Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
But if they separate (by divorce), Allâh will provide abundance for everyone of them from His Bounty. And Allâh is Ever All-Sufficient for His creatures’ need, All-Wise.
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
وَإِنwa-inAnd if
يَتَفَرَّقَاyatafarraqāthey separate
يُغْنِyugh'niwill be enriched
ٱللَّهُl-lahu(by) Allah
كُلًّۭاkullaneach (of them)
مِّنminfrom
سَعَتِهِۦ ۚsaʿatihiHis abundance
وَكَانَwakānaand is
ٱللَّهُl-lahuAllah
وَٰسِعًاwāsiʿanAll-Encompassing
حَكِيمًۭاḥakīmanAll-Wise
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.
(Ayah 130) ➊ { وَاِنْيَّتَفَرَّقَايُغْنِاللّٰهُكُلًّامِّنْسَعَتِهٖ:} This is the second situation: if there remains no possibility of reconciliation between husband and wife, then separate in a good manner. Allah will enrich both of them from His bounty. The man will get another wife whom he likes, and the woman will get another husband who will love her and take care of her needs. (Qurtubi) From this, one can see the wisdom, breadth, and mercy of the Islamic rulings. In some religions, divorce has been declared forbidden; once the marriage has taken place, no matter how much they become repulsed by each other, even if their life becomes a sample of hell, they cannot divorce. No, absolutely not; when the relationship becomes a disease, its breaking is better. Islam has kept the path of separation open for both, through which they can start a new life and live in peace and tranquility. As for the hadith in which it is stated: [ أَبْغَضُالْحَلاَلِعِنْدَاللّٰهِالطَّلاَقُ ] (Of the lawful things, divorce is the most disliked by Allah), this hadith is not proven from the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) with an authentic chain. Shaykh Nasiruddin Albani (may Allah have mercy on him) has also declared it weak. [ دیکھیے إرواء الغلیل : 106/7، ح : ۲۰۴۰ ]
➋ {وَكَانَاللّٰهُوَاسِعًاحَكِيْمًا:} That is, no one should think that someone’s provision is in my hands; if I do not give, he will die of hunger. Allah is the absolute Provider, and His arrangements are beyond human comprehension. Just as He has placed wisdom in union, He has also placed it in separation.
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.
130. 1. This is the third situation: if, despite efforts, reconciliation is not possible, then separation may be chosen through divorce. It is possible that after separation, the man may find a wife with the desired qualities and the woman may find a husband with the desired qualities. Although divorce is strongly disliked in Islam, and while it is permissible, it is such a permissible act that Allah strongly dislikes. Despite this, Allah has allowed it because sometimes circumstances reach such a point that there is no other option, and the betterment of both parties lies in separating from each other. In the mentioned hadith, although there is weakness in the chain of narration regarding its authenticity, it is clear from the texts of the Quran and Sunnah that this right should only be exercised when reconciliation is absolutely impossible in any way.
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.
130. And if the husband and wife separate, Allah will enrich each of them from His abundance [173], and Allah is All-Encompassing, All-Wise.
[173] And if there appears to be no way for reconciliation and good companionship between them, then Islam does not compel that an atmosphere of tension should always prevail in a household and it should become a hellish place. It is better that both separate from each other, whether the man gives divorce or the woman obtains khula. Then Allah is the Master of both; He will provide them with ample means. And this has been experienced many times that two spouses who seemed impossible to reconcile and who were both displeased with each other and blamed one another—when they separated, Allah settled both of them peacefully in their respective homes, and throughout their lives, an atmosphere of harmony and companionship remained in their new unions. The reason for this is that often, either both the husband and wife or one of them develops such suspicions and mistrust about the other that even from straightforward matters, they draw wrong conclusions. Then, when they find a new environment in which their minds are completely clear regarding each other, no such tension arises, and a new phase of happy life begins for both of them.