Surah Ash-Shu'araa (26) — Ayah 52
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 In these verses, there is a great lesson that, after the truth became clear, on one side are the magicians, who did not delay even a moment in accepting faith, and even the threats of cutting off hands and feet and crucifixion could not turn them away from the truth. On the other side is Pharaoh and his people, who, for years, kept seeing miracles and further signs, and repeatedly promised to believe and to free the Children of Israel, yet remained deprived of faith until they drowned. Moses (peace be upon him) spoke the truth: «{ اِنْ هِيَ اِلَّا فِتْنَتُكَ تُضِلُّ بِهَا مَنْ تَشَآءُ وَ تَهْدِيْ مَنْ تَشَآءُ}» [ الأعراف : ۱۵۵ ] “This is nothing but Your trial, with which You misguide whom You will and guide whom You will.” At the beginning of the Surah, while consoling the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) over the disbelievers not believing, attention has been drawn to this very reality. See verses (3 to 9) of this Surah.
➌ When Pharaoh’s oppression and tyranny exceeded all bounds, Moses (peace be upon him) prayed to Allah Almighty against Pharaoh and his people. (See Yunus: 88) Allah Almighty accepted his prayer and commanded that My (Muslim) servants (whether they are Israelites or others) should be taken and depart by night, and remember! You will be pursued, so cover enough distance that the pursuers cannot quickly reach you. Accordingly, at such a time, in the usual manner, a time and place was fixed for all the Israelites of Egypt, upon which they set out at night with Moses (peace be upon him) to leave Pharaoh’s kingdom (Egypt) as quickly as possible. In some exegeses, it is mentioned that each of them borrowed jewelry from the Copts, which they took with them when they departed, but this is not correct. See the commentary of Surah Ta-Ha (87).
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.
