Surah Al-Ankaboot (29) — Ayah 32
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.
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.
32-2. That is, among those who were left behind, the one who was to be destroyed through punishment was not a believing woman, but rather she was a supporter of her people. Therefore, she too was destroyed.
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.
[49]
The Debate of Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) with the Angels Bringing Punishment Upon the People of Lut:
After this glad tidings, the angels informed Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) that, in fact, they had been sent on another mission. That settlement which is visible ahead, we have been commanded to destroy and ruin it, because the inhabitants of this settlement are rebellious and disobedient to Allah. The direction indicated by the angels was the region of Sodom itself, where Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) had sent Lut (علیہ السلام) for preaching. Therefore, he immediately spoke up: But Lut is also present there. Will you destroy and ruin this settlement while he is there? In this verse, only this much is mentioned. But in another place, the words ﴿يُجَادِلُنَا فِيْ قَوْمِ لُوْطٍ﴾ [11:74] are mentioned. That is, Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) fully debated with the angels, saying that besides Lut (علیہ السلام), such and such believer is also present there, and such and such as well. So how can you destroy this settlement while these people are present? The angels replied that we are fully aware of which believers are present there. We will first make arrangements to save them, only then will we destroy this settlement. However, among the household of Lut, the wife of Lut will also be destroyed by this punishment, because she is not loyal to her husband but is treacherous. From this answer of the angels, Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) understood that now the doom of this settlement was inevitable. In fact, due to the softness of his nature, he wished that this oppressive nation would be given some more respite to reform. But this wish of his could not be fulfilled, because the descent of Allah's punishment had been decreed.
