Surah Ash-Shu'araa (26) — Ayah 15
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 {فَاذْهَبَا بِاٰيٰتِنَاۤ اِنَّا مَعَكُمْ مُّسْتَمِعُوْنَ:} To strengthen their resolve, two things were granted: first, the miracles of the staff and the shining hand; second, the promise of His withness (Ma'iyyah). The general withness is for everything in the universe, but here, companionship means special withness, as Musa (peace be upon him) said when Pharaoh and his army approached: «{ كَلَّا اِنَّ مَعِيَ رَبِّيْ سَيَهْدِيْنِ }» [ الشعراء : ۶۲ ] "Never! Indeed, with me is my Lord; He will surely guide me." And as the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said to his companion: «{ لَا تَحْزَنْ اِنَّ اللّٰهَ مَعَنَا }» [ التوبۃ : ۴۰ ] "Do not grieve; indeed, Allah is with us." {’’سَمِعَ‘‘} "He heard," and {’’اِسْتَمَعَ‘‘} "He listened attentively." In {’’ اِنَّا مَعَكُمْ ‘‘}, the pronoun {’’كُمْ‘‘} is used for the dual, because elsewhere it is said: «{ لَا تَخَافَاۤ اِنَّنِيْ مَعَكُمَاۤ اَسْمَعُ وَ اَرٰى }» [ طٰہٰ : ۴۶ ] "Do not fear; indeed, I am with both of you, I hear and I see."
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.
15-2. That is, whatever you say and whatever he replies in response, We are listening, so there is no need to worry. By assigning you the duty of prophethood, We will not become unconcerned with your protection; rather, there is help and support.
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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The Requests of Sayyiduna Musa (علیہ السلام) to Allah and Their Acceptance:
In response to Musa’s (علیہ السلام) supplication and these concerns, it was said:
(1) Your request is accepted; I grant prophethood to Harun, and he will remain with you and be your helper in this task.
(2) As for your fear that they might kill you, remove this thought from your heart. Those people will not be able to harm even a hair on your head. And there are two reasons for this: one is that you are being sent with two such miracles which are definite proof that you are truly the Messenger of Allah, and the second reason is that I am the third with you both. I hear all your words and will take complete care of you.
The Example of Allah’s Companionship and the Refutation of the Mu'tazilah and Jahmiyyah:
From this verse and some other similar verses, the Jahmiyyah have argued that Allah’s Being is present everywhere, and they interpreted those verses in which Allah’s being established above the Throne is mentioned. However, in the verses where Allah’s companionship or nearness is mentioned, such companionship or nearness is not in terms of His Being, but in terms of His attributes. To understand this with a simple example: the sun and the moon are lifeless and insignificant creations of Allah, which remain with the traveler. Wherever the traveler goes, they remain with him, even though they are in the sky and humans are hundreds of thousands and millions of miles away. In the same way, despite Allah being established above the Throne, He is absolutely near to every human in terms of His knowledge, power, and help, and the true reality of this is best known to Allah alone.
