Surah Al-Maaida (5) — Ayah 19
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 {فَقَدْ جَآءَكُمْ بَشِيْرٌ وَّ نَذِيْرٌ :} In this verse, the fundamental purpose of the Messenger of Allah’s, peace and blessings be upon him, mission is stated, that is, due to the long absence of any resolute prophet, Allah’s commands had been altered and distorted, and there was no distinction between truth and falsehood, so he, peace and blessings be upon him, purified the religion of Ibrahim from alteration and distortion and made people acquainted with the truth so that the proof would be established against them and there would remain no room for excuse. (Qurtubi)
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.
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The People of the Book Awaited the Last Prophet:
Among the Children of Israel, multiple prophets were sent at the same time in one era. Both religious and worldly leadership was with them. After Sayyiduna Isa ؑ, the chain of prophethood was discontinued and remained so for six hundred years. After that, the Last Prophet was sent. The Jews used to await this Prophet and would say to the polytheists that when the Last Prophet comes, we will gather under his banner and gain victory over you. But when the Last Prophet arrived, the Jews recognized him exactly as he had been foretold to them. Then, solely on the basis that he was not from the Children of Israel, they denied his prophethood. Allah Almighty is addressing these Jews, saying that the bearer of glad tidings and warner whom you were awaiting has come. Now you have no excuse left. Therefore, if you now deny him, know well that Allah Almighty is fully capable of punishing you for this crime of disbelief. Like the Jews, the Christians were also awaiting the Last Prophet, and they thought that this Prophet would be from among them, and that they would join him to take revenge on the Jews. But when their wish was not fulfilled, most of them also became opponents of the Last Prophet.
