Surah Al-Israa (17) — Ayah 100
Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim — Hafiz Abdus Salam Bin Muhammad Bhutvi
Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim is a 4-volume Quran commentary by Hafiz Abdus Salam bin Muhammad Bhutvi, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar and Sheikh ul-Hadith from Pakistan. Based on over 45 years of teaching and research, this tafsir follows the methodology of Tafsir bil-Ma'thur — interpreting the Quran through authentic Hadith, statements of the Companions, and the understanding of the early generations (Salaf). It is distinguished by its complete avoidance of Israeliyyat (Judeo-Christian narratives) and unverified reports. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
➋ { وَ كَانَ الْاِنْسَانُ قَتُوْرًا:’’ قَتَرَ يَقْتُرُ قَتْرًا وَ قُتُوْرًا‘‘} (n, d) To be tight-fisted in spending, extreme miserliness, to the extent that one is even miserly in spending on oneself. In this, the natural and inherent trait of man has been described, which has always existed in him, and from which deliverance can only be achieved through those deeds that have been mentioned as a remedy for the “impatient man” in Surah Al-Ma’arij, verses (19 to 35).
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan — Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf
Tafsir Ahsan al-Bayan is a well-known Quran commentary by Hafiz Salahuddin Yusuf, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. This tafsir explains the meanings of the Quran in accordance with the methodology of the Salaf (early righteous generations), relying on authentic sources and straightforward language. Due to its reliability and adherence to sound Islamic scholarship, the Saudi government publishes and distributes this tafsir among the Hujjaj (pilgrims) visiting the Haramain. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran — Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran (Facilitation of the Quran) is a comprehensive Quran commentary by Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani, a renowned Salafi (Ahl al-Hadith) scholar from Pakistan. Known for his eloquent and accessible writing style, Kilani authored this tafsir with a focus on clarity — making Quranic meanings understandable to the common reader. The tafsir provides detailed historical context for verses related to battles and expeditions, and firmly refutes modernist ideologies using strong scriptural evidence. It is widely regarded as an invaluable resource for understanding the Quran and countering deviant interpretations. The tafsir is originally written in Urdu, translated to English by tohed.com.
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The Narrow-mindedness of the Disbelievers of Makkah and Human Nature:
The chiefs of the Quraysh who had girded themselves for your opposition did not do so because they considered you a liar, nor because they did not understand the arguments of the call to faith. Rather, the real reason was that if they accepted Islam, they saw their leadership and chieftainship being taken away from them. And they would have to live under the authority of the Prophet of Islam. Also, if Islam spread, the honor and dignity they enjoyed throughout Arabia due to their custodianship of the Ka'bah would also be lost. Therefore, their utmost effort was to eliminate Islam altogether, and in reality, man is indeed miserly by nature. He wants that no one else should rise up against him. Clarifying this, Allah said that even if they had the treasures of the earth, their condition would be such that they would not give anyone even a single penny, lest someone might one day stand against them. It is Allah's mercy that all kinds of treasures are with Him alone, and He bestows His grace upon whomever He wills, in whatever manner He wills.
