Surah Aal-i-Imraan (3) — Ayah 2
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 { الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّوْمُ:} These are the beautiful names of Allah, which are among His attributes. Life and self-subsistence are among the essential attributes of Allah. He has always existed and will always remain; death and annihilation do not befall Him. The meaning of {”الْقَيُّوْمُ“} is the sustainer, protector, and overseer of the entire universe; the whole universe is dependent on Him, and He is dependent on no one. The Christians considered Isa (Jesus) (peace be upon him) to be Allah, or the son of Allah, or one of three. Thus, it is being said to them that when Isa (peace be upon him) is a creation of Allah, he was born from his mother's womb, and his birth occurred long after the creation of the universe, and he will also die—and according to the Christians, he has already died—then when neither is his life eternal, nor does he possess self-subsistence, how did he become Allah or the son of Allah?
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 Essential Attributes of God:
From this verse, it is understood that the true God can only be One who is eternally living, self-subsisting, everlasting, and who manages the entire universe and possesses full authority and power over this system. Any deity lacking these attributes cannot be considered God. According to this standard, all false deities—whether living, present, deceased, or inanimate—are negated.
