Surah Az-Zumar (39) — Ayah 17
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 It is understood that for monotheism, merely worshipping Allah is not sufficient, but abstaining from Taghut is also necessary, that is why in the Kalimah of Tawheed {’’لَا اِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللّٰهُ‘‘} first there is negation of all deities, then affirmation of worship of the One Allah.
➌ { لَهُمُ الْبُشْرٰى :} For its explanation, see Surah Yunus, Ayah (64).
➍ { لَهُمُ الْبُشْرٰى …: ’’ عِبَادِ ‘‘} is originally {’’عِبَادِيْ‘‘}, for the sake of the rhyme of the verses, the ya was omitted and the kasrah was kept on the dal, and the translation is “to My servants.”
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 Meaning of Taghut:
The meaning of Taghut is generally taken as idol or Satan. These words do not fully convey the meaning of this term. Taghut refers to anything that is obeyed or worshipped in opposition to Allah, or that itself desires to have its obedience or worship done by people in opposition to Allah. Thus, Taghut can refer to worldly leaders and rulers, any institution or parliament, idols, Satan, jinn, and even such spiritual leaders who like to have their obedience preferred over Allah’s, and who give precedence to their own path over the Shariah.
[27] This glad tidings is only for those who avoided obedience or worship of every kind of Taghut and, even in hardship and difficulty, continued to obey and worship only Allah, turned to Him, and relied upon Him.
