Surah Al-Anbiyaa (21) — Ayah 45
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 { وَ لَا يَسْمَعُ الصُّمُّ الدُّعَآءَ :} By “the deaf” are meant the disbelievers who cannot hear the truth at all. The definite article “al” is for specification, so the translation is “these deaf ones.” At the beginning of the verse, the disbelievers are addressed: “I only warn you with revelation,” then it is said, “these deaf ones do not hear the call,” and later they are mentioned in the third person, indicating that they are not even worthy of being addressed—this is a rhetorical shift.
➌ { اِذَا مَا يُنْذَرُوْنَ :} The words “when they are warned” are meant to emphasize the intensity of their deafness, because a deaf person does not hear anything, whether it is a warning or good news, but it is common practice that when warning, one calls out as loudly as possible. So, if a deaf person does not hear even such a loud call, how will he hear any other sound?
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.
[41] The real matter is that they have remained blind and deaf. They neither listen to the voice of the times nor bother to observe the course of events, and if they are made to hear Allah’s message and warned of the Hereafter’s outcome, they do not even bother to listen. In reality, these people are people who only respond to force. Until they taste Allah’s punishment, they will never awaken from their slumber of heedlessness. At that time, they will begin to confess their faults and shortcomings, but then their confession will be of no benefit.
