Surah Al-Maaida (5) — Ayah 93
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 {اِذَا مَا اتَّقَوْا وَّ اٰمَنُوْا …:} Here, the command of taqwa being given three times either means emphasis, or that the first {’’اتَّقَوْا ‘‘} means to avoid shirk, the second taqwa means to avoid alcohol, and the third taqwa means to avoid all evil things or to remain steadfast on taqwa.
Some have written that the first {’’ اتَّقَوْا ‘‘} means to avoid shirk, the second means to avoid sins, and the third means to avoid minor sins. Similarly, in {’’اٰمَنُوْا ‘‘}, the first faith means to believe in Allah and His Messenger, and the second means to remain steadfast in faith. In the third instance, instead of {’’ اٰمَنُوْا ‘‘}, {’’اَحْسَنُوْا ‘‘} is mentioned, meaning to do good to people and to attain excellence in worship, which according to the saying of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) is to worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you do not see Him, then He surely sees you.
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.
[139] Sayyiduna Anas narrates: When the prohibition of alcohol was revealed, I was serving as the cupbearer, pouring wine for people in the house of Abu Talhah ؓ. When the proclamation of the prohibition of alcohol was made, Abu Talhah ؓ said, "Go and pour out all the wine." So I poured it out, and it flowed through the streets of Madinah. Then some people began to say: "What will be the state of those who had wine in their stomachs and were martyred?" At that time, Allah Almighty revealed this verse. [بخاري۔ كتاب التفسير]
[140]
The Different Levels of Faith:
In this verse, the words "faith" and "taqwa" (piety) have been used three times because faith and taqwa have different levels. When a person first believes, his taqwa is at a lower level; then, as he performs righteous deeds, his faith also becomes stronger and his taqwa increases as well. In other words, the standard for determining the level of faith and taqwa is the quantity of righteous deeds, and by performing righteous deeds, faith and taqwa increase. Thus, both of these prove to be supportive and helpful to each other. The highest level of faith and taqwa is "ihsan." The literal meaning of ihsan is to perform any act with the pleasure and willingness of the heart and in the best possible manner. And any righteous deed that is performed under these conditions will be at the level of ihsan. In the Hadith of Jibril, in response to Jibril's question, "What is ihsan?" the Prophet ﷺ said: "Ihsan is that you worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you cannot achieve this state, then at least know that He sees you." [بخاري۔ كتاب الايمان۔ باب سوال جبريل النبي]
And the concept of worship is so broad that it can be applied to every righteous deed.
