Surah Al-Baqara (2) — Ayah 97
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.
Similarly, in Sahih Bukhari, it is mentioned that Abdullah bin Salam (may Allah be pleased with him) asked you three questions, and you said: "Just now Jibreel (peace be upon him) has informed me of their answers." So they said: "He is the enemy of the Jews among the angels." Upon this, the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) recited this verse. [ بخاری، التفسیر، باب {من کان عدوا لجبریل } : ۴۴۸۰ ]
➋ Allah gave several answers to this excuse of the Jews. The first is: What fault does Jibreel (peace be upon him) have in this? He only revealed it to your heart by Allah's command; your enmity is then with Allah. The second is: If Jibreel had brought something against your book or something of misguidance and punishment, then indeed you would have enmity with him, but when the revelation he brings confirms your book and is guidance and glad tidings for the believers, then what right do you have to be hostile? The third is: Your claim that you are friends with Mika'il—how can this be correct when you are enemies with Jibreel? The friend of an enemy is also an enemy. Therefore, your enmity is not only with Jibreel, but with Allah, His angels, His messengers, and with Jibreel and Mika'il—all of them, because all of these are friends of Jibreel. And know that whoever is an enemy to all of them, then Allah is also an enemy to such disbelievers. Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrates that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: [ اِنَّ اللّٰہَ تَعَالٰی قَالَ مَنْ عَادَی لِيْ وَلِيًّا فَقَدْ آذَنْتُهٗ بِالْحَرْبِ ] [ بخاری، الرقاق، باب التواضع : ۶۵۰۲ ] "Allah said: Whoever shows enmity to a friend of Mine, I declare war against him."
➌ The people of the Ghurabiyyah sect say that Jibreel (peace be upon him) was bringing revelation for Ali (may Allah be pleased with him), but since the appearance of Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) and Ali (may Allah be pleased with him) was similar, Jibreel revealed the revelation to Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) instead of Ali (may Allah be pleased with him). (Tuhfa Ithna Ashariyyah) In their enmity and disrespect toward Jibreel, this sect is also similar to the Jews.
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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The Reason for the Jews’ Enmity Towards Jibreel:
The Jews believed that Jibreel was their enemy. They used to say that it was this very angel who, many times, brought punishment upon them and made their enemies prevail over them. Thus, when Abdullah bin Salam ؓ heard the news of your ﷺ arrival in Madinah, he was picking fruit in his orchard at the time. He immediately came to you ﷺ and said, “I will ask you three things which no one except a prophet can answer. Tell me: What is the first sign of the Hour? And what will the people of Paradise eat first when they enter Paradise? And why does a child resemble one of its parents in appearance?” You ﷺ replied, “Just now Jibreel has informed me of these matters.” Abdullah bin Salam said, “Jibreel?” You ﷺ said, “Yes.” Ibn Salam said, “Out of all the angels, he is the very one whom the Jews consider their enemy.” At that moment, you ﷺ recited this verse:
﴿ مَنْ كَانَ عَدُوًّا لِّجِبْرِيْلَ﴾ [بخاري، كتاب التفسير، سورة البقرة]
[115] That is, when it is Jibreel who has brought down this Quran, which confirms your own book, the Torah, then what sense does it make to be hostile towards Jibreel?
