Surah Ghafir (40) — Ayah 23
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 { بِاٰيٰتِنَا: ’’آيَاتٌ‘‘} refers to the nine (9) miracles of Musa (peace be upon him). For details, see Surah Bani Isra’il (101).
➌ {وَ سُلْطٰنٍ مُّبِيْنٍ:’’ سُلْطٰنٍ ‘‘} refers to that awe and fear granted by Allah Almighty, because of which Pharaoh, despite his armies and all his power, could not lay a hand on Musa (peace be upon him), as He said: «وَ نَجْعَلُ لَكُمَا سُلْطٰنًا فَلَا يَصِلُوْنَ اِلَيْكُمَا» [ القصص : ۳۵ ] “And We shall give you both dominance, so they will not reach you.”
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.
[31]
The Meaning of "Sultan":
The meaning of "Sultan" is such a proof that holds the status of an authority or document, and from which it becomes clearly evident that whatever this person is doing, he is not doing it solely by his own power, but rather by the support of some other force. Such situations and events occurred repeatedly in the life of Musa ؑ. The first thing was that Musa ؑ was a fugitive criminal in the government of Pharaoh. Despite this, he himself went straight to his court, conveyed to him the message of Allah, invited him to obey him, and also said that he should set the Children of Israel free and send them along with him. Both of these things were such that they infuriated him. Yet, despite this, he could not dare to lay a hand on him or cause him any harm, and all he said was that if you are truly a messenger of Allah, then present a miracle if you have one. Then, whenever any punishment descended upon Egypt, Pharaoh would plead with Sayyiduna Musa ؑ that if this calamity is removed, I will believe. Then, when Sayyiduna Musa ؑ would pray, the calamity would indeed be removed. All such matters clearly showed that there was some unseen power supporting Sayyiduna Musa ؑ, which Pharaoh and all his courtiers feared, and this is the meaning of "Sultan Mubeen" (clear authority).
