Surah Az-Zumar (39) — Ayah 20
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 { مِنْ فَوْقِهَا غُرَفٌ … :} That is, for the righteous people there are lofty palaces, and above them are even higher palaces; the mention of their height has already passed in the commentary of Surah Al-Furqan, verse (75).
➌ {’’ مَبْنِيَّةٌ ‘‘ ’’بَنٰي يَبْنِيْ بِنَاءً‘‘} is a passive participle. "Constructed" means constructed with utmost excellence. Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrates that we said: [ يَا رَسُوْلَ اللّٰهِ! حَدِّثْنَا عَنِ الْجَنَّةِ، مَا بِنَاؤُهَا؟ قَالَ لَبِنَةُ ذَهَبٍ وَ لَبِنَةُ فِضَّةٍ، وَمِلاَطُهَا الْمِسْكُ الْأَذْفَرُ، وَ حَصْبَاؤُهَا اللُّؤْلُؤُ وَالْيَاقُوْتُ، وَ تُرَابُهَا الزَّعْفَرَانُ، مَنْ يَّدْخُلُهَا يَنْعَمُ وَ لَا يَبْأَسُ، وَ يَخْلُدُ وَ لَا يَمُوْتُ، لَا تَبْلٰی ثِيَابُهُ وَ لَا يَفْنٰی شَبَابُهُ ] [ مسند أحمد : 305/2، ح : ۸۰۶۳، قال المحقق صحیح بطرقہ و شواہدہ ] "O Messenger of Allah! Tell us about Paradise, what is it made of?" He said: "One brick is of gold, one brick is of silver, its mortar is fragrant musk, its pebbles are pearls and rubies, and its soil is saffron. Whoever enters it will be happy, never miserable, will live forever, never die, his clothes will never wear out, and his youth will never fade."
➍ {’’ مَبْنِيَّةٌ ‘‘} (constructed) indicates that those palaces of Paradise have already been built and Paradise has been prepared for the righteous servants, as He said: « اُعِدَّتْ لِلْمُتَّقِيْنَ » [ آل عمران : ۱۳۳ ] "(Paradise) has been prepared for the God-fearing."
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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Have Paradise and Hell Been Prepared:
Sometimes, such pointless debates arise within the Ummah that have no connection to a person's practical life. However, when they do arise, the people of truth are compelled to respond. One such issue is whether Paradise and Hell have already been prepared or whether they will be prepared after the Day of Judgment, following the decisions of reward and punishment for people. The words of the Book and Sunnah clearly state that they have already been prepared. However, one sect denied this and said that they will be prepared after the Day of Judgment. In this verse, the word "mabniyyah" also makes it clear that these upper chambers have already been constructed. Here, "upper chambers" does not mean that there is an upper room built upon a house, like a second floor. Rather, it refers to the elevation of ranks, meaning that one dwelling will be situated above another, and the third above that.
