Surah Al-Baqara (2) — Ayah 48
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 There can be three ways to free a captive person: either someone's intercession works, or he is freed by paying a ransom, or he is freed by forceful attack. On the Day of Resurrection, none of these will be possible.
➌ Apparently, from this verse, it seems that no intercession will be accepted on the Day of Resurrection, but in other places it has been clarified that the intercession which is negated is intercession for the disbelievers: «{ فَمَا تَنْفَعُهُمْ شَفَاعَةُ الشّٰفِعِيْنَ }» [ المدثر : ۴۸ ] "So the intercession of intercessors will not benefit them." Similarly, intercession will not be possible without Allah's permission, as He said: «{ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِيْ يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهٗۤ اِلَّا بِاِذْنِهٖ }» [ البقرۃ : ۲۵۵ ] "Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission?" Yes! For whomever Allah grants permission, intercession will be made and will benefit him. See Surah Ta Ha (109), and the ahadith about the intercession of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) for the believers on the Day of Resurrection are mutawatir (mass-transmitted).
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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Relying on Intercession Alone is Sheer Foolishness:
The answer to their mistaken belief is given in this verse, that none of the four possible means of salvation from punishment will be of any use to you. That is, no one will be willing to bear another's burden, nor will anyone's intercession avail, nor will you be able to escape by paying a ransom, nor will you have any helper or supporter against Allah there. Therefore, understand well that merely being the descendants of prophets will never save you from the punishment for your deeds. It is true that on the Day of Judgment, the prophets and the righteous will intercede for the sinners, but the conditions for this intercession are such that relying on it is difficult. For example, only the one whom Allah permits will intercede, and only as much as Allah wills, or intercession will only be allowed for the sin for which Allah grants permission, and only for the person for whom intercession is accepted.
