Surah Al-Baqara (2) — Ayah 160
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 According to this verse, there is consensus among the scholars that it is permissible to curse the disbelievers in general without mentioning names. Similarly, it is also permissible to curse those whose death upon disbelief is established. However, it is not permissible to curse any living Muslim or disbeliever by name, because who knows, Allah Almighty may grant him the ability to repent before death, just as Abu Sufyan and Ikrimah bin Abi Jahl, etc., were granted the ability to embrace faith.
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.
Conditions of Repentance:
Merely repenting is not sufficient; rather, they must also rectify the corruption that resulted from their concealment of the truth. Then, they must openly admit their mistake before the people—only such people will have their repentance accepted by Allah, otherwise not. To understand this, consider the example of an author who, by misinterpreting the commands of Allah, publishes a book containing his atheistic ideas. Later, he repents. However, the atheistic ideas that have already spread among the public—unless he writes another book refuting them and rectifies the corruption that has arisen, there is no hope that his repentance will be accepted. And this is the meaning of "bayyanū" (and they made clear).
