Surah Saba (34) — Ayah 22
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 { لَا يَمْلِكُوْنَ مِثْقَالَ ذَرَّةٍ …:} That is, Allah gives to whomever He wills, like Dawud and Sulaiman (peace be upon them), and destroys whomever He wills, like the people of Saba, because He is the owner of everything in the heavens and the earth. Now call upon your fabricated deities; can they help you in any way? No, never, because they can only help if they possess something, but they do not even own a speck in the heavens or the earth. See Surah Fatir (13), Al-Mu’minun (88, 89), An-Nahl (73), Yunus (106), and Surah Al-Jinn (21, 22).
➌ {وَ مَا لَهُمْ فِيْهِمَا مِنْ شِرْكٍ :} This is a refutation of the idea that, even if they are not complete owners, they must have some share in ownership and authority. See Surah Fatir (40) and Surah Al-Ahqaf (4).
➍ { وَ مَا لَهٗ مِنْهُمْ مِّنْ ظَهِيْرٍ :} Nor is any one of them a helper of Allah, from whom Allah has ever taken help, or now takes help. See Surah Bani Isra’il (111) and Surah Al-Kahf (51).
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.
22. 2. That is, they have no power over good nor over evil, they have no ability to benefit anyone, nor to protect from harm. The mention of the heavens and the earth is not for generalization, because all external existents are contained within these.
22. 3. Neither in creation, nor in ownership, nor in administration.
22. 4. Who assists Allah in any matter whatsoever; rather, Allah alone, without any partner, is the owner of all powers and does all things without anyone’s cooperation.
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.
[36] That is, say to these disbelievers of Makkah that my Lord is the One who is the Creator of everything in the universe. Whoever is grateful to Him, He bestows blessings upon him. Prophet Dawud ؑ and Prophet Sulaiman ؑ were grateful servants of Allah, so Allah granted them countless blessings. And the people of "Saba" were ungrateful for the blessings given by Allah, so Allah wiped them off the face of the earth. Now you tell me, among the deities you call upon, can any of them do such things? If you have any doubt, then call upon them and see whether they can help anyone in a time of need. Understand this matter from this aspect as well: do they have any authority over anything in the universe? Neither have they created anything, nor do they have any share in the creation of anything. Nor do they have any control over apparent or hidden means, so how can they set right your affairs or benefit you in any way? Only that Being can bring benefit or harm who possesses such powers. And how can benefit or harm be expected from something that is itself powerless and utterly helpless?
