Surah Al-Anbiyaa (21) — Ayah 85
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 { كُلٌّ مِّنَ الصّٰبِرِيْنَ :} The literal meaning of patience is to bind. It is of three types: (1) Patience in obedience to Allah Almighty, that is, to keep oneself bound to His obedience. (2) Patience in refraining from disobedience to Allah Almighty, that is, to restrain oneself from it. (3) Patience upon the calamities and hardships written in the decree of Allah Almighty, that is, to restrain oneself from panic and from complaining to Allah Almighty or the creation. No one can be called patient until he is fully adorned with all three types of patience. Allah Almighty has testified regarding all these prophets that they fulfilled the right of patience completely.
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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Who Was Dhu’l-Kifl?
The details about Dhu’l-Kifl are also scarcely mentioned in the Book and Sunnah. There is a difference of opinion regarding his prophethood, i.e., whether he was a prophet or not. However, since his mention comes among the prophets, the predominant assumption is that he was a prophet. He was the successor of Al-Yasa’. His title was Dhu’l-Kifl (meaning “the one with a share”), and his name was Bashir bin Ayyub. The region of Sham was the center of his mission. The king of the time, from the Amalekites, was a staunch enemy of Bani Israel. He liberated Bani Israel from him. Then that king also became Muslim and entrusted the government to him. As a result, Islam once again spread widely in the region of Sham.
