Surah Maryam (19) — 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 Here, Tabari and Ibn Kathir have narrated from Sahl bin Aqil that Isma'il (peace be upon him) promised a man to stay in a place until he came, and when the man forgot, Isma'il (peace be upon him) stayed there for a day and night until he came. For this reason, Allah Almighty said: «{ اِنَّهٗ كَانَ صَادِقَ الْوَعْدِ }» And Sufyan Thawri narrated that he heard that Isma'il (peace be upon him) stayed there for a year. But both these narrations are the sayings of some scholars; the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) never narrated them. Obviously, these two elders took these narrations from the Israelites, and we can neither declare the statements of the People of the Book as true nor false.
➌ In Sunan Abi Dawud and others, a similar incident is narrated about our Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) that before prophethood, due to a promise to wait for a man to come, he (peace and blessings be upon him) stayed there for three days and nights. However, Shaykh al-Albani (may Allah have mercy on him) declared it weak.
➍ { وَ كَانَ رَسُوْلًا نَّبِيًّا :} Allah Almighty called Ishaq and Ya'qub (peace be upon them) only prophets (Maryam: 49), and Isma'il (peace be upon him) {’’رَسُوْلًا نَّبِيًّا ‘‘ }, which expresses his high status. Isma'il (peace be upon him) was a messenger to the people of Jurhum, whose son-in-law he also was. The Noble Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: [ إِنَّ اللّٰهَ اصْطَفی مِنْ وَلَدِ إِبْرَاهِيْمَ إِسْمَاعِيْلَ ] [ ترمذي، المناقب عن رسول اللّٰہ صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم ، باب ما جاء في فضل النبي صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم : ۳۶۰۵ ] "Allah Almighty chose Isma'il (peace be upon him) from among the children of Ibrahim (peace be upon him)."
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 اُولُو النُّھَیٰ — people of intellect. Intellect is called نُھْبَۃ and an intelligent person is called ذُوْ نُھْیَۃٍ, because ultimately matters conclude upon their opinion, or because they restrain the self from sins (Fath al-Qadeer).
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 Qualities and Characteristics of Sayyiduna Ismail:
Sayyiduna Ismail, the other and elder son of Sayyiduna Ibrahimؑ, was known as Dhabihullah (the one who was to be sacrificed). He was a prophet and also a messenger, while Sayyiduna Ishaqؑ was a prophet, as mentioned above. Sayyiduna Ismailؑ is the ancestor of the Arabs of Hijaz (for details, see the footnote of verse 37 of Surah Ibrahim). He was sent with the Abrahamic Shariah to the tribe of Jurhum. The Messenger of Allahﷺ is from his descendants. He was famous for being true to his promises. Whether the promise was made to Allah or to people, he would certainly fulfill it, even if it required sacrificing his life. When his father, Sayyiduna Ibrahimؑ, asked him to sacrifice his life in the way of Allah, he immediately agreed and promised that, in this matter as well, he would, inshaAllah, be patient. Thus, by displaying perfect obedience, he fulfilled this promise as well.
