Surah Fussilat (41) — Ayah 43
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 { اِنَّ رَبَّكَ لَذُوْ مَغْفِرَةٍ وَّ ذُوْ عِقَابٍ اَلِيْمٍ: } That is, despite such harm and abusive language, if these people repent and believe, then your Lord is Most Forgiving ({مَغْفِرَةٍ } the tanween is for glorification), and if they persist in their disbelief, then He is also the Possessor of a most painful punishment. It can also mean that it is not your task to repay them for their abusive language; it is Our authority and Our will whether We grant them the ability to believe and forgive them, or leave them in disbelief and make them taste a painful punishment, as He said: « لَيْسَ لَكَ مِنَ الْاَمْرِ شَيْءٌ اَوْ يَتُوْبَ عَلَيْهِمْ اَوْ يُعَذِّبَهُمْ فَاِنَّهُمْ ظٰلِمُوْنَ » [ آل عمران : ۱۲۸ ] "You have no part in the matter, whether He turns to them in mercy or punishes them, for indeed they are wrongdoers."
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.
43. 2. That is, for the people of faith and monotheism who are deserving of forgiveness.
43. 3. For those who are disbelievers and enemies of Allah's prophets. This verse is also similar to the verse in Surah Al-Hijr.
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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What Did the Messengers Have to Hear from Their People?
The revelation of such verses occurred from time to time and repeatedly, and it was necessary as well. Because the entire thirteen-year period of Prophethood passed under the persecutions of the disbelievers. One form of these persecutions was mockery and objections. The mockery was directed at the signs of Allah, at the Messenger of Allah, and at the Muslims as well. For example, such as: "Is this the person whom Allah found for Prophethood? He is a sorcerer, a soothsayer, a poet, a madman." Similarly, "If you do not desist from this work of yours, we will expel you from our town or even kill you." Or, "Your followers seem to be lowly and despicable people. We do not even tolerate sitting with you in their presence, let alone listen to your words." Such things, which you keep hearing from the disbelievers, were also heard by the previous Messengers.
[54] This is indeed the attribute of forbearance and forgiveness of Allah Almighty, that even after seeing His religion and His obedient servants being insulted in this way, He continues to pardon them and grants them respite. Otherwise, being the Possessor of Retribution, it would have been appropriate for Him to destroy them immediately with a painful punishment. But He is deferring this punishment, and all of this is happening under His will.
