Surah Ghafir (40) — Ayah 12
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 { فَالْحُكْمُ لِلّٰهِ الْعَلِيِّ الْكَبِيْرِ :} So now, the authority to judge belongs only to Allah, Who is Most High and Most Great. Today, the deities, benefactors, removers of difficulties, and fulfillers of needs that you made have no part in the decision. What part can these beings have in the decision of {’’ الْعَلِيِّ الْكَبِيْرِ ‘‘}, whose very essence is made from lowliness and helplessness?
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.
12. 2 It is the command of this One Allah that now the punishment of Hell is forever for you and there is no way out of it. Who is Al-A‘la, meaning exalted above those things that anyone could be like Him in His essence or attributes, and Al-Kabir, meaning too great for anyone to be like Him, or to have a wife or children or a partner.
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 Definite Sign of a Polytheist: Aversion to Pure Monotheism:
Despite being a humble creation of Allah, your attitude towards your Lord was such that when you were told that only Allah is worthy of worship, signs of displeasure would immediately appear on your faces. All your supplications and love were directed towards others. When the mention of Allah’s partners came up, your faces would light up with joy. And today, the decision regarding the plea you are making is in the hands of that Allah who is not a helpless creation like you, but is the Creator of all and possesses the highest majesty. Now you can judge for yourselves what His attitude towards you should be.
