Surah Al-Anbiyaa (21) — Ayah 51
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 { مِنْ قَبْلُ :} Meaning, before Musa and Harun (peace be upon them) or before granting prophethood. Some have said after coming out of the cave. For details, see Surah Al-An'am (75 to 79).
➌ { وَ كُنَّا بِهٖ عٰلِمِيْنَ :} Meaning, We knew what qualities and abilities We had placed in him. However many virtues of Ibrahim (peace be upon him) may be mentioned, this testimony of Allah is greater than all of them. This rank is only granted to the one who, in Allah's knowledge, is worthy of it. He said: «{اَللّٰهُ اَعْلَمُ حَيْثُ يَجْعَلُ رِسَالَتَهٗ }» [ الأنعام : ۱۲۴ ] "Allah knows best where He places His message."
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.
51. 2 That is, We knew that he was worthy of this guidance and that he would use it properly.
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran — Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani
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The Meaning of ﴿رشد﴾:
By ﴿رُشد﴾ is meant such wisdom and intelligence by which a person becomes capable of distinguishing between his benefit and harm, good and bad, and good and evil, and is able to accept what is beneficial and reject what is harmful, whether this benefit or harm is worldly or related to the Hereafter. That is, Allah Almighty is saying that long before Musa (Moses) ؑ, We had granted Ibrahim (Abraham) ؑ wisdom and sound intellect. He was not a follower of the customs and traditions of his time, but was accustomed to thinking for himself about the benefit and harm of every matter. And We were well aware of his circumstances and knew that he was truly deserving of divine messengership. Therefore, We granted him prophethood, even though this wisdom was also granted to him by Us.
