Surah Al-Anbiyaa (21) — Ayah 34
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 Baqa'i has mentioned the relevance to the previous verse that it discussed the coming and going of night and day, by which every person's lifespan eventually comes to an end. Therefore, it is stated that We have not granted immortality to any human before you, whether righteous or wicked. This verse is also a very strong proof that Khidr (peace be upon him) is not alive. As for 'Isa (peace be upon him), the fact that his life is very long does not mean that he has been granted eternal life, because after descending to earth near the Day of Judgment, he too will die. [ بخاري، العلم، باب السمر في العلم : ۱۱۶، عن ابن عمر رضی اللہ عنھما ] That hadith is also a clear proof in which the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: [ فَإِنَّ رَأْسَ مِئَةِ سَنَةٍ مِنْهَا لَا يَبْقٰی مِمَّنْ هُوَ عَلٰی ظَهْرِ الْأَرْضِ أَحَدٌ ] [ بخاري، في العلم، باب السمر فی العلم : ۱۱۶۔ مسلم : ۲۵۳۸ ] "Those who are present on the face of the earth today, not one of them will remain after one hundred years from today."
➌ { اَفَاۡىِٕنْ مِّتَّ فَهُمُ الْخٰلِدُوْنَ:} In this is a response to those who used to express joy by saying that Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) will soon die and we will be rid of him. See Surah At-Tur (20). It is stated that they would only have reason to rejoice if they themselves were to live forever.
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 Migration to Abyssinia and the Distress of the Disbelievers:
When, distressed by the oppression and tyranny of the disbelievers of Makkah, about 80 Muslims migrated towards Abyssinia, there was an uproar in all the houses of the Quraysh of Makkah. For hardly any household remained whose son or daughter had not migrated. These people never considered their own acts of torment, but they certainly believed that the only cause of the ruin of their homes was this person (Muhammad ﷺ). Therefore, they thought that if this person were to die, their homes could flourish again. Then they would even pray for your death. In this verse, those very people are being addressed and told that death is destined for everyone. All people before have passed away, and this Prophet too will die at his appointed time. But tell us, can you escape death? It will surely come to you as well, and who knows, perhaps most of you will die even before him.
