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Surah Ad-Dukhaan (44) — Ayah 53

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يَلْبَسُونَ مِن سُندُسٍ وَإِسْتَبْرَقٍ مُّتَقَـٰبِلِينَ ﴿53﴾
Dressed in fine silk and (also) in thick silk, facing each other,
يَلْبَسُونَ yalbasūna Wearing garments
مِن min of
سُندُسٍۢ sundusin fine silk
وَإِسْتَبْرَقٍۢ wa-is'tabraqin and heavy silk
مُّتَقَـٰبِلِينَ mutaqābilīna facing each other

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.

(Ayah 53){ يَّلْبَسُوْنَ مِنْ سُنْدُسٍ وَّ اِسْتَبْرَقٍ مُّتَقٰبِلِيْنَ:’’ سُنْدُسٍ ‘‘} Fine silk fabric. {’’ اِسْتَبْرَقٍ ‘‘} Thick, heavy silk fabric. {’’ مُتَقٰبِلِيْنَ ‘‘} Facing each other, no one's back will be towards another.

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.

53. 1. The status of the people of faith and piety is being described in contrast to the people of disbelief and wickedness, who kept themselves away from disbelief, wickedness, and sins. The meaning of 'Amin' (secure) is such a place where they will be safe from all kinds of fears and apprehensions.

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.

They will be dressed in fine and thick silk garments, sitting face to face [35].

[35]
The Fate of the Arrogant:

That is, the people of Hell will hide from their relatives and friends out of shame. In contrast, the people of Paradise will sit facing each other, engaged in conversation with comfort and tranquility. They will speak words of love, affection, greetings, and prayers to one another. They will reminisce about the days gone by in the world and will express gratitude to Allah.