Surah Al-Ahqaf (46) — Ayah 12
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 Most commentators have considered the pronoun of {’’ قَبْلِهٖ ‘‘} to refer to the Quran, meaning before this Quran, the Book of Musa (Moses), peace be upon him, was a leader and a mercy, but the construction mentioned above seems better to me.
➌ { وَ هٰذَا كِتٰبٌ مُّصَدِّقٌ لِّسَانًا عَرَبِيًّا:} And this Book, that is, the Quran, confirms the Book of Musa (Moses), peace be upon him, meaning it is exactly according to those prophecies that were made in the Torah, which confirms it, and the fundamental teachings of both are the same. Although that was in the Hebrew language and this is in the Arabic language, and it was revealed to a person who did not even know Hebrew, rather he was unlettered, and could not even read Arabic. This is proof that both are revealed by Allah Almighty, who is the Creator of all languages and Knower of everything.
➍ {لِّيُنْذِرَ الَّذِيْنَ ظَلَمُوْا …:} So that it may warn those people of their evil end who, by committing disbelief and polytheism, have wronged their own souls, and give great glad tidings to those who do righteous deeds.
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.
[17] Thousands of years before the advent of the Last Prophet, the Torah had given the fundamental teachings. A large number of prophets and saints continued to seek guidance from these teachings. This book laid down the path of righteousness and guidance for the generations that came later, and this was a great mercy of Allah upon the people. And this present book, the Quran, also proves the truth of the Torah. In other words, both these books confirm each other. And in both these books, there is a warning for the criminals and glad tidings of Paradise for the righteous.
