Surah Al-Muminoon (23) — Ayah 81
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 Denial of life after death is not just denial of the Resurrection, but also denial of Allah Almighty’s power and wisdom, and is a consequence of shirk itself. A person who believes in the Oneness of the Lord Almighty and has faith in His power and wisdom can never deny the Resurrection.
➌ That is, these people have no rational or transmitted evidence for denying the Resurrection and for their other false beliefs and actions except for following their forefathers.
➍ {قَالُوْۤا ءَاِذَا مِتْنَا وَ كُنَّا تُرَابًا …:} “When we have died” would have been sufficient, but with the words “and become dust and bones” afterwards, they, in their view, are making the idea of life after death seem very far-fetched and well-argued, and in {’’ ءَاِنَّا لَمَبْعُوْثُوْنَ‘‘} with {’’إِنَّ‘‘} and “lam,” they mention the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) stating the belief in the Resurrection with great emphasis, and then, with the interrogative hamzah, they strongly deny it, as if to say, “Can such a thing ever happen?”
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.
