Surah Ash-Shura (42) — Ayah 26
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 { وَ يَزِيْدُهُمْ مِّنْ فَضْلِهٖ:} Two things are included in this: one is that the believing righteous, through their supplication and righteous deeds, whatever hope they have, Allah Almighty grants them that as well as much more than their hope. Similarly, He accepts every one of their deeds and increases it tenfold, up to seven hundred times, or even without measure. The second is that He grants them, out of His grace, also that which they have not requested, because He is very merciful to His servants and fully aware of their needs.
➌ { وَ الْكٰفِرُوْنَ لَهُمْ عَذَابٌ شَدِيْدٌ:} This is the general method of the Noble Qur’an, that along with encouragement, there is also warning. That is, those who persist in disbelief instead of repenting and die in that state, for them there is a severe punishment.
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.
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The Condition of Righteous Deeds for the Acceptance of Supplication:
The condition of righteous deeds has been set for the acceptance of supplication. Among these righteous deeds, earning lawful (halal) sustenance is a very great righteous act. Because if a person's earnings are not lawful, his supplication will not be accepted, as the Prophet ﷺ said: "A person comes from afar, disheveled and distressed, and if he holds the covering of the Ka'bah and says, 'O Lord, O Lord, accept my supplication,' but how can his supplication be accepted when his food is unlawful, his drink is unlawful, and his flesh and bones are nourished from unlawful earnings?" [مسلم۔ کتاب الزکٰوۃ، باب بیان ان اسم الصدقۃ یقع علی کل نوع من المعروف]
