Surah Al-Kahf (18) — Ayah 29
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 { فَمَنْ شَآءَ فَلْيُؤْمِنْ … :} means I do not care about you; if you accept, you will benefit yourselves, and if you do not accept, you will bring ruin upon yourselves. I cannot dismiss the believers from my gathering.
➌ { اِنَّاۤ اَعْتَدْنَا لِلظّٰلِمِيْنَ نَارًا : ’’ اَعْتَدْنَا ‘‘ } contains the original tā. By {’’ لِلظّٰلِمِيْنَ ‘‘} are meant the disbelievers and polytheists.
➍ {اَحَاطَ بِهِمْ سُرَادِقُهَا …: ’’ سُرَادِقٌ ‘‘} is the curtain that is placed around a tent, i.e., a screen; its plural is {’’سُرَادِقَاتٌ‘‘} (Qamus). {’’اَلْمُهْلُ‘‘ } is molten metal, whether it is copper or lead, etc., and the dregs of extremely hot oil. {’’ مُرْتَفَقًا ‘‘} is a locative noun, a place of resting; originally, it means that a person rests by leaning on his elbow. Hell is called a resting place sarcastically, otherwise, how can one sleep there with his head on his elbow? That is, there will be a wall of fire on all sides, and there will be no way to escape.
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.
[30] That is, the truth (Quran) that has come from Allah Almighty—whoever wishes to accept it must accept it in its entirety, otherwise let him not accept it. However, whoever does not accept it should understand that from now on, the fire of Hell has been prepared for him.
[31] The meaning of "saraadiq" is the walls of a tent; here it refers to the enclosure of Hell. This enclosure or boundary will be made around Hell so that the heat of the fire for the inhabitants of Hell increases even more, and so that the heat does not escape outside, and also so that those outside remain safe from this heat.
[32] The meaning of ﴿مهل﴾ is copper or any metal in a molten state, or the dregs of oil, or lava which, due to intense heat inside the earth, takes the form of a mixture of molten metals. This is because, fundamentally, it contains two qualities: one, being reddish in color, and two, extreme heat. The water that will be given to the inhabitants of Hell to drink will possess both of these qualities.
