Surah Al-Anbiyaa (21) — Ayah 42
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 Ibn Kathir (may Allah have mercy on him) has interpreted {’’ مِنَ الرَّحْمٰنِ ‘‘} as {’’ بَدْلَ الرَّحْمَانِ ‘‘}, meaning: Who is there, besides the Most Merciful, who protects you from the countless calamities that occur day and night? Obviously, there is no such one.
➌ In the word { ’’ الرَّحْمٰنِ ‘‘} there is an indication that the protection of all humans, even the disbelievers, from the countless calamities and incidents that occur day and night, for a certain time, is a result of Allah’s attribute of mercy, as Allah has said: «{ لَهٗ مُعَقِّبٰتٌ مِّنْۢ بَيْنِ يَدَيْهِ وَ مِنْ خَلْفِهٖ يَحْفَظُوْنَهٗ مِنْ اَمْرِ اللّٰهِ }» [ الرعد : ۱۱ ] “For him (man) there are successive angels before him and behind him, who guard him from Allah’s command (i.e., from punishment and other calamities).”
➍ In {’’ قُلْ مَنْ يَّكْلَؤُكُمْ ‘‘} the disbelievers are addressed, then, to express aversion, they are mentioned in the third person, that {’’ بَلْ هُمْ عَنْ ذِكْرِ رَبِّهِمْ مُّعْرِضُوْنَ ‘‘} meaning they are not even worthy of being addressed. This is called iltifat. For another example of this, see Surah Yunus (22).
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.
[38] That is, the deeds of these disbelievers are such that Allah’s punishment could seize them at any time, whether by night or by day. It is only Allah’s vast mercy and His special kindness that He does not immediately seize people for their sins. And if His punishment were to come, what means would they have by which they could save themselves from Allah’s punishment? Or what being, other than Allah, could save them from punishment? In reality, they are mocking Allah’s law of gradual reprieve and respite, which is pure mercy for people. Whereas they should have been grateful to such a Master who continues to grant them respite despite their sins, their condition is such that they cannot even bear to hear mention of Him.
