Surah As-Sajda (32) — Ayah 9
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 نَفَخَ فِيْهِ مِنْ رُّوْحِهٖ : ’’ مِنْ ‘‘} is for denoting a part, so it has been translated as “and blew into it of His spirit.” What is meant by this is the spirit created by Him, because Allah is {’’ لَمْ يَلِدْ وَ لَمْ يُوْلَدْ ‘‘}, and to express the honor of man, the spirit blown into him is called His spirit. Because all spirits, however many there are, belong to Allah, but to express the distinction of man, He attributed his spirit to Himself, just as all she-camels belong to Allah, but the she-camel of Salih (peace be upon him) is called {’’نَاقَةُ اللّٰهِ‘‘}, all mosques belong to Allah, but the Ka‘bah is called “the House of Allah,” and all servants are Allah’s, but to express the special honor of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), it is said: «{ سُبْحٰنَ الَّذِيْۤ اَسْرٰى بِعَبْدِهٖ }» [ بني إسرائیل : ۱ ] and it is said: «{ وَ اَنَّهٗ لَمَّا قَامَ عَبْدُ اللّٰهِ يَدْعُوْهُ }» [ الجن : ۱۹ ] and in other places he is called His servant. See also the commentary of Surah Al-Hijr, Ayah (29).
➌ { وَ جَعَلَ لَكُمُ السَّمْعَ وَ الْاَبْصَارَ وَ الْاَفْـِٕدَةَ :} Before this, the creation of man was mentioned in the third person, but after the blowing of the spirit, a living, breathing human came into existence, so Allah addressed him directly, saying that when you were born, you knew nothing. Allah granted you the means to acquire knowledge, as He said: «{ وَ اللّٰهُ اَخْرَجَكُمْ مِّنْۢ بُطُوْنِ اُمَّهٰتِكُمْ لَا تَعْلَمُوْنَ شَيْـًٔا وَّ جَعَلَ لَكُمُ السَّمْعَ وَ الْاَبْصَارَ وَ الْاَفْـِٕدَةَ لَعَلَّكُمْ تَشْكُرُوْنَ }» [ النحل : ۷۸ ] “And Allah brought you out from the wombs of your mothers while you knew nothing, and He gave you hearing and sight and hearts, so that you may give thanks.” Among the means of acquiring knowledge, the blessing of hearing is mentioned first, because after birth, the ears begin to function first, then the eyes begin their work. Also, the ears are mentioned first because there is no covering over them; they function at all times, even during sleep, a loud sound can awaken a person, whereas the act of seeing stops when the eyes are closed or during sleep. The process of thinking and understanding begins after both of these, so {’’ الْاَفْـِٕدَةَ ‘‘} is mentioned after both.
➍ {قَلِيْلًا مَّا تَشْكُرُوْنَ:} All these things are so clear that each one of you observes them, but you give very little thanks.
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.
9-2. That is, He created all things so that He may complete His creation, so that you may be able to hear what is to be heard, see what is to be seen, and understand every matter that can be comprehended by intellect and understanding.
9-3. That is, despite so many favors, man is so ungrateful that he gives thanks to Allah very little, or there are very few people who are thankful.
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.
Allah Almighty’s Individual Attention in Creation:
Then, when that extremely small germ was implanted in the mother’s womb, its organs began to form exactly as they were meant to, and flesh and skin began to cover them. Allah Almighty, with His individual attention, placed some distinct differences in it as well. However, He did not allow any imbalance or disproportion in the organs. Then, after perfecting all of this and making the eyes, nose, ears, heart, and all other organs correct and sound, He breathed into it a soul from Himself, and after the appointed time, it emerged from the mother’s womb as a healthy, living human being. All these matters are such self-evident realities that all people continue to observe them. Yet, the majority of people neither acknowledge these powers nor show gratitude to Allah for these blessings. [نيز ديكهئے سورة حجر كا حاشيه 19]
