Surah An-Nisaa (4) — Ayah 123
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 { مَنْ يَّعْمَلْ سُوْٓءًا يُّجْزَ بِهٖ …:} Wishful thinking and vain hopes cannot avert punishment, punishment will certainly be given, whether in this world or in the Hereafter. It is a different matter that Allah, due to repentance, or due to some good deed, or due to calamities that come in the world, may forgive. In summary, no one should think that someone will free him there by their own power: «{ وَ لَا يَجِدْ لَهٗ مِنْ دُوْنِ اللّٰهِ وَلِيًّا وَّ لَا نَصِيْرًا }» “And he will not find for himself any friend or helper besides Allah.” Yes, Allah Himself may make the worldly hardships an expiation for him, or may pardon him due to his adherence to Tawheed and Sunnah, for He is the Owner and Controller.
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 Belief in Cheap Salvation:
Among the paths by which Satan leads mankind astray, the most notable is the “belief in cheap salvation.” In this regard, Muslims will even surpass the Jews and Christians, who, in addition to relying on the intercession of saints, have also constructed “heavenly gates” in this world, such that whoever passes through this gate on the day of the saint’s festival is considered destined for Paradise. In this verse, Allah Almighty refutes such absurdities and explains the correct path to salvation, which is the law of recompense and retribution of Allah Almighty. This law is mentioned at numerous places in the Noble Quran, and its notable clauses are as follows:
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Clauses of the Law of Recompense and Retribution:
Every person will receive only what he himself has earned; the recompense for a bad deed will be bad, and for a good deed, good.
(2) There is no difference between man and woman in terms of recompense and retribution.
(3) Even if someone has done the smallest good deed, he will surely receive its reward; Allah does not overlook even the smallest good deed of anyone. No one will be deprived of even an atom’s weight of their right.
(4) On the Day of Resurrection, no one—whether it be his saint or a close relative—will bear the burden of another’s sins.
(5) It is impossible that the burden of Zaid’s sins be placed upon Bakr.
(6) Only sinful monotheists will be eligible for intercession, and that too with the conditions that Allah Himself wills intercession for someone, and only the person whom Allah grants permission will be able to intercede. Apart from this law, all the paths to salvation that mankind has devised are those shown by Satan. They will be of no benefit; rather, the harm will be that, relying on such hopes, a person becomes even bolder in committing sins in this world. In this verse, Allah Almighty has clarified that on the Day of Resurrection, such fabricated supports will be of no avail to people to save them from Allah’s punishment.
