Surah Al-Baqara (2) — Ayah 138
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 In this verse, "the color of Allah" refers to the religion of Islam or the natural disposition upon which Allah has created people. It is called {’’ صِبْغَةَ اللّٰهِ ‘‘} because the Christians had prescribed a yellow-colored water for Christianity; when a child was born or someone entered their religion, they would bathe him with this water and say that now he has become pure and a true Christian. This ritual is called "Mamoudia" or "Baptism" among them. Thus, in this verse, Allah has refuted them and said that the best color is "the color of Allah," meaning the religion of Islam, with which all the prophets from Noah (peace be upon him) to all the other prophets were sent; you should adhere to it.
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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Baptism and the Color of Allah:
When a person entered the Jewish religion, they would bathe him and say that all his previous sins had been washed away, and the Christians would also mix yellow color in the water of this bath. And this bath was not only given to those newly entering the religion, but also to newborn children, and they called this ritual "Istibagh" or baptism. Allah the Exalted said: What is there in these formal colors? The only true color is Allah's, which comes from His worship, and to say to the People of the Book that we worship Him and adopt only His color.
