Surah Ghafir (40) — Ayah 62
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 When the predicate is definite, exclusivity is created in the statement, that is why it is translated as "He alone is Allah, your Lord." Here {’’ ذٰلِكُمْ‘‘} is the subject, after which there are four predicates, meaning He about whom you have just heard that He is the Creator of the heavens and the earth, who makes the night dark for rest and the day bright for movement and action, His name alone is Allah (in whom all attributes of perfection are combined), if anyone else claims to be Allah, then bring him. Other than the Creator and Controller of the earth, heavens, and day and night, no one can say, "I am Allah."
➌ {رَبُّكُمْ:} He alone is your Lord, your Nurturer and the One who provides you with everything you need. Other than Him, there is no one who is your Lord.
➍ { خَالِقُ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ:} Not only of the earth, heavens, and day and night, but He is the Creator of everything; no one besides Him has created even a particle. For details, see Surah Hajj (73, 74).
➎ { لَاۤ اِلٰهَ اِلَّا هُوَ:} This is the fourth predicate, which is the summary of all the previous statements: (the One who makes the night for rest and the day bright) (1) He alone is Allah (the possessor of all attributes of perfection). (2) He alone is the Lord. (3) He alone is the Creator of everything. (4) And besides Him, there is no one worthy of worship.
➏ { فَاَنّٰى تُؤْفَكُوْنَ:’’ أَنّٰي‘‘} is originally used for questioning about place, i.e., "from where? from which place?" but according to context, it is also used for questioning about state, i.e., "in what way? how?" The meaning is that Allah's being the only One worthy of worship and being called upon is absolutely clear in light of these proofs, then what is that place from where someone has turned you away from His worship and made you worship and call upon that creation which does not even have its own existence in its control? And how have you strayed from this clear and bright path into the darkness of shirk and misguidance?
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.
[82] That is, even a person with ordinary and simple intellect can understand such plain and easily comprehensible arguments, but there are other individuals who mislead him, whose personal interests are attached to their polytheistic customs. Such people have ensnared the common folk in such a way that they do not even let them realize how beautifully they have been turned away from the true path.
