Surah Taa-Haa (20) — Ayah 50
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 { ثُمَّ هَدٰى :} That is, after granting it a form and appearance according to its condition, He also showed it the way to live and to use its structure. Thus, a bird’s chick starts pecking at grain as soon as it hatches from the egg, a duckling starts swimming, while the offspring of animals and humans begin to suckle as soon as they are born. If Allah had not taught them, who could have taught them? In short, everything in this universe is doing whatever it does only by His guidance and instruction. The meaning of what Musa (peace be upon him) said is that our Lord is not what you claim, but rather He is the Exalted and Supreme Allah, who possesses these and these attributes. Musa (peace be upon him) generally presented the same arguments that his forefather Ibrahim (peace be upon him) had presented. See Surah Ash-Shu‘ara (23–29).
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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Pharaoh’s First Question to Sayyiduna Musa: Who is Your Lord?
When both brothers reached Pharaoh and presented the invitation in the manner taught by Allah Almighty, the first question or objection Pharaoh raised was related to his own sensitive point. He himself claimed divinity and had convinced the people that he alone was their lord. Pharaoh undoubtedly believed that Allah created the heavens, the earth, and all that exists. However, he denied the political and legal sovereignty of Allah Almighty. He thought that there was no higher authority above him whose command would be binding upon him and whose orders he was obliged to obey. Therefore, he immediately asked, “So who is this Lord of yours?” Since Pharaoh acknowledged the aspect of lordship related to creation, Sayyiduna Musaؑ gave him an answer related to lordship. And that answer was that my Lord is the One who granted every thing its particular form in the best manner. Then He also explained its function to it and placed it within its nature. When He created the fish, He taught it how to swim in water; when He created birds, He taught them how to fly. When a child is born, He immediately teaches it to cling to its mother’s breast and how to drink milk. If Allah Almighty had not guided these things in such a way, no one else could have taught them. It should be noted that here Allah Almighty did not say “created everything” (خلق کل شئی), but rather said “gave everything its form” (اعطی کل شئی خلقہ). This means that Allah Almighty, at the time of the creation of each thing, granted it a particular form and appearance, and that was most suitable for it. For example, wherever Allah Almighty placed the eyes, nose, ears, or other organs on the human body, those locations were the most appropriate for those organs. If they had been placed elsewhere, the person would have become unsightly and its appearance would have been distorted.
