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Surah Taa-Haa (20) — Ayah 35

Taa-Haa · Meccan · Juz 16 · Page 313

إِنَّكَ كُنتَ بِنَا بَصِيرًا ﴿35﴾
"Verily You are Ever a Well-Seer of us."
إِنَّكَ innaka Indeed, [You]
كُنتَ kunta You are
بِنَا binā of us
بَصِيرًۭا baṣīran All-Seer

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.

In (Ayah 35){ اِنَّكَ كُنْتَ بِنَا بَصِيْرًا : ’’ كُنْتَ ‘‘}, {’’ كَانَ ‘‘} is for continuity, meaning: "Indeed, You have always been our Guardian and Protector." That is, when we were children, You nurtured us and kept us safe from enemies; even now, by means of that same mercy, we request before You to accept our prayers. In this verse, there is also a lesson to supplicate by means of Allah's attributes and His previous favors.

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.

35. 1. That is, You have knowledge of all circumstances, and just as You bestowed favors upon us in childhood, do not deprive us of Your favors even now.

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.

The tafsir of this ayah is included with the following verse(s).