Surah Al-Qasas (28) — Ayah 47
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 The answer to {’’ وَ لَوْ لَاۤ اَنْ تُصِيْبَهُمْ مُّصِيْبَةٌ ‘‘} is omitted, which is understood from the context, that is, if it were not for the fact that, when punishment comes upon them because of their evil deeds, these people would say: "Our Lord! Why did You not send a messenger to us," {’’ لَعَجَّلْنَا لَهُمُ الْعَذَابَ‘‘} (then We would have hastened punishment upon them), or {’’ لَمَا أَرْسَلْنَا رَسُوْلًا‘‘} (then We would not have sent any messenger).
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 Two Purposes of Your ﷺ Prophethood: Completion of Proof and Removal of Excuse:
The second reason for sending you as a Messenger among these people is that, had any punishment or calamity befallen them due to their own evil deeds before your prophethood, they could have said that for two thousand years we were not even aware of the correct circumstances. It was possible that at the time of punishment, these people would have said that no prophet was sent to us who could at least warn us about our mistakes, but we were suddenly seized and dragged into punishment. And if Allah had sent a Messenger to us who would have shown us the path of guidance, there would have been no reason for us not to follow that Messenger and become more rightly guided than the other existing nations. Thus, your prophethood towards these people had two purposes: one was the completion of proof, and the other was to remove their excuse or objection. This same subject is mentioned at several other places in the Quran as well.
