Surah Al-Ankaboot (29) — Ayah 16
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 After mentioning Nuh (peace be upon him), Ibrahim (peace be upon him) is mentioned because his trial was also very great. He was thrown into the fire, had to migrate, and Allah Almighty tested him with many things and he fulfilled all of them. (See Al-Baqarah: 124) Among these trials, the greatest was inviting his people to monotheism, who were idol worshippers. Ibrahim (peace be upon him) commanded them to worship Allah Almighty and fear Him, meaning fear that if you do not worship Him, do not obey His command, or associate anyone with Him, then He will punish you.
➌ { ذٰلِكُمْ خَيْرٌ لَّكُمْ: ’’ خَيْرٌ ‘‘} is originally {’’ أَخْيَرُ ‘‘}, which is the comparative form, meaning "better," but here the meaning of preference is not intended, because monotheism is not just better than polytheism, rather monotheism itself is good, there is no goodness whatsoever in polytheism. (Sa'di) Or it means that whatever you are doing and in your opinion there is some kind of good in it, but worshipping Allah and fearing Him is always far better than that (even though in reality there is no good in idol worship). (Alusi)
➍ {اِنْ كُنْتُمْ تَعْلَمُوْنَ:} means if you have any knowledge at all. It is understood that only one who is completely deprived of knowledge falls into polytheism.
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.
