Surah Al-Ahqaf (46) — Ayah 34
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 { قَالُوْا بَلٰى وَ رَبِّنَا:} The Hell which they used to deny and mock in the world, now not only will they acknowledge it, but they will swear to its reality, because they will have no other option.
➌ { فَذُوْقُوا الْعَذَابَ بِمَا كُنْتُمْ تَكْفُرُوْنَ:} But the acknowledgment and confession at that time will not benefit them at all; rather, it will be said to them that if this is the truth, then taste the punishment for not accepting this truth.
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.
34. 2 This is because when it was time to believe, they did not believe; this punishment is the recompense for that disbelief, which now you must inevitably endure.
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.
[47] Disbelievers and deniers of the Hereafter deny the Hereafter because if they were to acknowledge it, it would disrupt their freedom. And its example is exactly like a pigeon closing its eyes upon seeing a cat. Even though the pigeon closes its eyes, the cat still remains present there and, in reality, nothing changes. Similarly, the deniers’ rejection of the Hereafter does not actually make any difference, and on the Day of Resurrection, it will be said to them: Now open your eyes and see— is the punishment a solid reality or not, the very thing you used to deny by closing your eyes to it? And on that day, they will have no choice but to admit it.
