Surah Taa-Haa (20) — Ayah 6
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.
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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What Exists Between the Earth and the Heavens:
Between the earth and the heavens, there are countless creations of Allah. For example: air, clouds, flying birds and airplanes, ether, angels descending from the sky to the earth and angels ascending from the earth to the sky, evil spirits, planets revolving in the atmosphere at their appointed times, shooting stars—these are things about which we have some knowledge in one way or another. And as for those things which have not come into human knowledge, their number and their reality are best known to Allah.
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Where is Allah’s Creation?
The literal meaning of ﴿ثريٰ﴾ is only wet clay, which is in the layers of the earth. And this word is generally used in contrast to ﴿ثريا﴾ (galaxy). ﴿ثريا﴾ refers to the utmost height, and ﴿ثريٰ﴾ refers to the utmost depth or lowliness. Thus, four things are mentioned here: first, the heavens and the creatures residing in them; second, the earth and the creatures living upon it; third, the creatures between the heavens and the earth; and fourth, the inner part of the earth and the creatures present there. Allah alone is the Creator and Owner of every kind of creation, and all are under His power and authority.
