Surah Al-Maaida (5) — Ayah 49
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 {فَاِنْ تَوَلَّوْا فَاعْلَمْ اَنَّمَا يُرِيْدُ اللّٰهُ اَنْ يُّصِيْبَهُمْ بِبَعْضِ ذُنُوْبِهِمْ:} That is, Allah Almighty intends to deprive them of the ability to have faith, and thus punish them in this world with exile, jizyah, or death, because there are very few among them who are just and follow the truth. This shows what kinds of harm a person’s sins can bring upon him; that is why the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) used to say in the sermon: [ وَنَعُوْذُ بِاللّٰهِ مِنْ شُرُوْرِ اَنْفُسِنَا وَمِنْ سَيِّاٰتِ اَعْمَالِنَا ] [ ابن ماجہ، النکاح، باب خطبۃ النکاح : ۱۸۹۲ ] “We seek refuge with Allah from the evils of our souls and from the evil of our 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.
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Renouncing a Great Benefit for the Sake of Truth:
A dispute arose among the Jews regarding a certain issue. Among one of the parties were their prominent scholars and elders. These people came to the service of the Prophet ﷺ and said: "Please decide our dispute." Then they added: "If you decide in our favor, then not only we ourselves but most of the Jews will also embrace faith, because the majority of the Jews are under our influence." The Messenger of Allah ﷺ did not accept such a bribed Islam and clearly refused to follow their desires. During this time, these verses were revealed. (Ibn Kathir) Allah Almighty revealed this verse during this period because even the Islam of a single individual was extremely beloved to the Prophet ﷺ, let alone the expectation of the majority of the Jews embracing faith, and thus you ﷺ might be inclined to accept their request in order to obtain such a great benefit. From this, we learn that for the sake of truth, if we have to renounce even a very great expected benefit, we should not hesitate, and we must remain steadfast upon the truth at any cost.
