Surah Al-Israa (17) — Ayah 54
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 مَاۤ اَرْسَلْنٰكَ عَلَيْهِمْ وَكِيْلًا: ’’ وَكِيْلًا ‘‘} means {’’اَلْمَوْكُوْلُ إِلَيْهِ‘‘}, that is, the one to whom something is entrusted, made responsible. In this, there is comfort for the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) that if these people do not believe, you will not be questioned, nor are you responsible for them. Your duty is to convey the message.
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.
54. 2 It is not as if you must bring them out from the pit of disbelief, or that you will be questioned regarding their persistence in disbelief.
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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No Person Can Guarantee Salvation in the Hereafter for Anyone:
We can say that those who are obedient to Allah will enter Paradise and the disobedient will enter Hell, but we cannot say that a particular (specific) person will go to Paradise or Hell. Nor can any person make such a claim about themselves, nor can any sect claim that they will definitely go to Paradise. This is because the true state and final outcome of everyone is known only to Allah. Even the Prophet of the Last Age is not a guarantor of anyone’s guidance or salvation in the Hereafter. As is evident from the following hadith: Sayyiduna Kharijah bin Zaid bin Thabit says that Umm al-‘Ala was an Ansari woman who had pledged allegiance to the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. She says that the Muhajirun were distributed among us Ansar by drawing lots. ‘Uthman bin Maz‘un ؓ came to our share. We hosted him in our home. Then he fell ill with an illness in which he passed away. When he was given ghusl and shrouded, the Messenger of Allah ﷺ came. I said, “O Abu al-Sa’ib (this was the kunyah of ‘Uthman bin Maz‘un ؓ), may Allah have mercy on you. I bear witness that Allah has honored you.” The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said to her, “(Umm al-‘Ala) How do you know that Allah has honored him?” I said, “O Messenger of Allah ﷺ! May my father be sacrificed for you, then who will Allah honor?” He ﷺ said, “‘Uthman has died, and by Allah, I hope for good for him, and by Allah, I do not know with certainty what will be done with me, even though I am Allah’s Messenger.” Umm al-‘Ala said, “By Allah! After that, I will never declare anyone’s greatness.” [بخاری، کتاب الجنائز، باب الدخول علی المیت بعد الموت]
