Surah Al-Baqara (2) — Ayah 231
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 That is, if you give your wives a revocable divorce, you have the right to take them back before their waiting period is completed, but this return should not be merely to harm or trouble them, because doing so is oppression and making a mockery of Allah’s commands. The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “There are three things which, whether said seriously or in jest, are considered serious: marriage, divorce, and return (to one’s wife).” [ أبو داوٗد، الطلاق، باب فی الطلاق علی الھزل : ۲۱۹۴۔ ابن ماجہ : ۲۰۳۹۔ ترمذی، ابن حجر، سیوطی اور البانی رحمھم اللہ نے اسے حسن کہا ہے ]
➌ {مِّنَ الْكِتٰبِ وَ الْحِكْمَةِ :} Here, {”الْحِكْمَةِ“} refers to the Sunnah, that is, do not forget the blessing of the Book and Sunnah that has been sent down to you. Both are divine revelation and are equal as evidence. Therefore, the ruling for one who denies hadith is the same as for one who denies the Quran, meaning that the domestic matters mentioned in these verses must be implemented in the light of the noble hadith.
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.
132. 2. Some people issue divorce, contract marriage, or grant freedom in jest. Then they say, "I was only joking." Allah has declared this as mockery of the divine verses, the purpose of which is to prevent such behavior. Therefore, the Prophet ﷺ said that if anyone performs any of these mentioned acts in jest, it will be considered as reality, and a divorce, marriage, or emancipation done in jest will be enforced (Tafsir Ibn Kathir).
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.
[313] Here, the mention is of that social evil which has already been discussed in footnote number 1 of verse number 229. That is, when you have given one or two divorces and their waiting period (iddah) is about to be completed, then at that time you have only two options. One is to sincerely take them back with the intention that you will keep them properly in the future, or to let them go in a dignified manner after giving them something. And if you take them back with the intention of causing them harm, distress, or oppression, then remember that you will have to bear the consequences of this injustice and oppression before Allah.
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Ways of Mocking Allah’s Verses:
Mocking means to interpret the verses and commands of Allah in such a way, through various tricks and schemes, that is contrary to their clear meaning and spirit. A clear example of such mockery is the practice of Nikah Halalah, and another example is that during the time of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, a person gave his wife three divorces at once. When this came to his knowledge, he stood up in anger and said, “Is it that Allah’s commands are being played with in my lifetime, while I am still among you?” [نسائي، كتاب الطلاق، باب طلاق الثلاث المتفرقة] In this way, for one’s own interests, every command of Allah can be stripped of its real spirit, confined to mere words, and, by creating legalistic subtleties, molded according to one’s own wishes. And it is regarding this that Allah has warned that the wisdom and benefits which Allah has placed in these commands should not be destroyed by mocking them, and in this matter, keep fearing Allah.
