Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
That is because Allâh is the Maulâ (Lord, Master, Helper, Protector, etc.) of those who believe, and the disbelievers have no Maulâ (lord, master, helper, protector, etc.).
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
ذَٰلِكَdhālikaThat
بِأَنَّbi-anna(is) because
ٱللَّهَl-lahaAllah
مَوْلَىmawlā(is the) Protector
ٱلَّذِينَalladhīna(of) those who
ءَامَنُوا۟āmanūbelieve
وَأَنَّwa-annaand that
ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَl-kāfirīnathe disbelievers
لَاlā(there is) no
مَوْلَىٰmawlāprotector
لَهُمْlahumfor them
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.
(Ayah 11) {ذٰلِكَبِاَنَّاللّٰهَمَوْلَىالَّذِيْنَاٰمَنُوْا … :} That is, the reason for the destruction sent upon the disbelievers is that Allah is the Helper of the believers, and the disbelievers have no helper who can save them from destruction. When, in the Battle of Uhud, Abu Sufyan, proud of his temporary victory, shouted: {’’ إِنَّلَنَاالْعُزَّيوَلاَعُزَّيلَكُمْ ‘‘} (Our helper is ‘Uzza and you have no helper), the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ordered to reply: [ اَللّٰهُمَوْلَانَاوَلَامَوْلٰیلَكُمْ ][ بخاري، الجہاد، باب ما یکرہ من التنازع … : ۳۰۳۹ ] "Allah is our Helper and you have no helper." This reply is derived from this very verse.
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.
11. 1. Thus, in the Battle of Uhud, in response to the slogans of the disbelievers, the Muslims raised slogans. For example, in response to "اعل ھبل اعل ھبل" (Hubal is the name of an idol), "Allahu A'la wa Ajall" (Allah is the Highest and Most Majestic). In response to one of the disbelievers' slogans "لنا العزی ولا عزی لکم," the Muslims' slogan was "اللہ مولانا ولا مولی لکم." Sahih Bukhari. Allah is our Helper; you have no helper.
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.
That is because Allah is the Protector of those who believe, while the disbelievers [12] have no protector.
[12] Abu Sufyan’s Sloganeering at the End of the Battle of Uhud and Its Response:
That is, the disbelievers certainly think that their goddesses and deities come to their aid, whereas this is merely their delusion. Among the battles between truth and falsehood in the Prophetic era ﷺ, the Battle of Uhud is the only one in which, initially, due to their own mistake, the Muslims had to face a temporary defeat, and in the end, the field remained even. Abu Sufyan, considering even this little success as a great gain, raised the slogan of his greatest deity and idol Hubal, saying ﴿اَعْلَيالهُبَل﴾ (“Hubal has been exalted”), so the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said to the Muslims: Respond to him! ﴿اَللّٰهُاَعْلٰيوَاَجَلّ﴾ (“Exalted is only Allah, and He alone is the Most Great and Most Exalted”). Then Abu Sufyan said: ﴿لنا عُزّٰي ولا عُزّٰي لكم﴾ (“For us is the goddess ‘Uzza who gives honor, and for you there is no ‘Uzza”). The Prophet ﷺ said to the Muslims: ﴿اَللُّهُمولٰنَاوَلَامَولٰيلَكُم﴾ (“Our Protector and Helper is Allah, but you have no protector or helper”). His response was the very explanation of this verse. And so it happened. When Abu Sufyan had left the field of Uhud and had gone several miles towards Makkah, it occurred to him that no decisive result had come from this battle, so he should return and attack the Muslims again to make it conclusive. But Allah created the means for the Muslims’ help such that the Muslims themselves set out in pursuit of Abu Sufyan’s army before he could return. When Abu Sufyan learned of this situation, Allah cast fear into the hearts of the disbelievers, and they took the road to Makkah.