Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
Verily in this is indeed a sign, yet most of them are not believers.
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
إِنَّinnaIndeed
فِىfīin
ذَٰلِكَdhālikathat
لَـَٔايَةًۭ ۖlaāyatansurely is a Sign
وَمَاwamābut not
كَانَkānaare
أَكْثَرُهُمaktharuhummost of them
مُّؤْمِنِينَmu'minīnabelievers
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.
(Ayah 103) {اِنَّفِيْذٰلِكَلَاٰيَةً …:} That is, in these incidents of Ibrahim (peace be upon him) inviting his people, there is a great sign, yet most of them did not become believers. In this, there is also consolation for the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) that when, despite the immense effort and striving of Khalilullah, most people did not believe, then why should you be saddened by their not believing? Another meaning could be that most of these Quraysh will not accept, so do not be saddened by their not believing.
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.
13-1. That is, the debate of Hazrat Ibrahim ؑ with his people regarding the idols, the arguments for the oneness of Allah, this is a clear sign that there is no deity except Allah.
13-2. Some have considered the reference to be the polytheists of Makkah, i.e., the Quraysh, meaning that the majority of them will not become believers.
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.
Surely in this is a sign [70], but most of them do not believe.
[70] In the life events of Hazrat Ibrahim ؑ, the sign is that in the struggle against shirk, the hardships inflicted upon him by his father and his people were met with equal honor bestowed upon him by Allah. He was made the leader and guide of all people. People of all religions hold him in the highest respect and regard him as their spiritual leader. Until the end of time, people will continue to mention him with goodness. Allah Almighty delivered him from every calamity into which his people had cast him. And in every instance, those polytheists who opposed him were humiliated and disgraced. Even after seeing and knowing all this, there are very few people who, by believing, completely renounce shirk, just as Hazrat Ibrahim ؑ remained averse to every form of shirk.