Surah Al-Maaida (5) — Ayah 112
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 {قَالَ اتَّقُوا اللّٰهَ …:} Because demanding such miracles by specifying them is akin to commanding and being rebellious, therefore fear Allah and do not ask such a question. (Kabir) Shah Abdul Qadir (may Allah have mercy on him) writes: “Fear Allah,” meaning a servant should not test Allah to see whether He fulfills his request or not, even though the Master is extremely kind. (Muwaddih) Another meaning is that develop piety within yourselves and make it a means to obtain the maidah, as He said: «وَ مَنْ يَّتَّقِ اللّٰهَ يَجْعَلْ لَّهٗ مَخْرَجًا(3) وَّ يَرْزُقْهُ مِنْ حَيْثُ لَا يَحْتَسِبُ » [ الطلاق : ۲، ۳ ] “And whoever fears Allah, He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect.” (Ibn Kathir)
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.
[161] This conversation does not pertain to the Day of Resurrection; rather, it is an incident from this world and from the time of Jesus (ʿIsa) ؑ, which is being mentioned here due to its relevance to the context and as a parenthetical statement.
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The Disciples’ Request for a Table of Blessings:
The disciples, who had already embraced Islam, began to ask Jesus (ʿIsa) ؑ whether his Lord had the power to send down to them a prepared meal from the sky. They presented three reasons for this request. First, so that they could be free from the worries of livelihood and devote themselves wholeheartedly to the worship of Allah. Second, so that they could attain certainty that whatever he was saying was absolutely true and that Allah indeed has power over all things. Third, so that the day this table would descend, they could celebrate it as a day of joy and festival, and continue to celebrate it as a festival in the future as well.
Christian Beliefs Are Later Developments:
From this request of the disciples, it becomes clear that the followers of Jesus (ʿIsa) ؑ did not consider him to be God, or Allah, or the son of Allah, or one of three gods; rather, they regarded him merely as a servant of Allah and His messenger. Otherwise, the manner of their request would have been: “Do you have the power to bring down a table from the sky for us?”
[163] In response, Jesus (ʿIsa) ؑ said that one should not test the power of Allah. Fear Him and remain obedient to Him. And it is not the place of an obedient servant to begin testing his Master.
