Surah An-Naml (27) — Ayah 34
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 { وَ كَذٰلِكَ يَفْعَلُوْنَ:} This could be the statement of the queen of Sheba, that if we do not accept obedience, these people will do the same, and it could also be the speech of Allah Almighty, that this is what kings do. It should be clear that this is the condition of kings who do not fear Allah, because their expeditions and attacks on other nations are not for the exaltation of Allah’s word or for any good purpose, but merely to show their superiority, to enslave other nations, and to seize all their resources. For this purpose, they do not refrain from any form of oppression, to the extent that sometimes they burn entire cities to the ground.
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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The Queen Informing Her Courtiers of Her Concerns:
From the manner of address in the letter, the Queen realized that Sulayman (peace be upon him) was not like ordinary rulers; rather, there was some extraordinary power behind him. She also understood that if she and her officials did not present themselves before Sulayman (peace be upon him) in obedience, then he would certainly march against them to subdue them. Sulayman (peace be upon him) could tolerate that these people abandon sun worship and come to the right path, and in that case, he would not interfere with them. However, he could not tolerate that, despite having means and resources, open polytheism and sun worship continued at a national level in his vicinity. Therefore, the Queen’s fears were not imaginary; she had correctly assessed that, firstly, Sulayman (peace be upon him) would certainly attack them if they disobeyed, and secondly, she had also realized that they did not have the strength to face Sulayman’s armies. Thus, warning her advisors of the consequences of disobedience or silence, she said that it often happens in the world that when a king conquers a country, the first thing he does is seize the economic resources of that country, rendering it impoverished and destitute. Then he crushes the leading people there, breaking their power so that they never again think of opposing him. In this way, he takes control of all the political, cultural, and economic resources of the conquered country, effectively ending its power and increasing his own. As a result, the dignitaries of the state are either put to death or forced to live in humiliation and disgrace. Looting and bloodshed become rampant, and sometimes cities are set on fire, and under normal circumstances, such outcomes are to be expected.
