Surah Qaaf (50) — Ayah 36
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 That is, We destroyed many generations before these disbelievers who were much stronger in seizing and more powerful than them, such as the people of Nuh, ‘Ad, Thamud, and the people of Pharaoh, etc. So what strength do these poor ones have in comparison to them? See also Surah Ar-Rum (9).
➌ {فَنَقَّبُوْا فِي الْبِلَادِ:} That is, they were far ahead of the people of Makkah in trade and business, so they had thoroughly searched the cities of the world for this purpose. Some scholars have explained its meaning as that they did not only have power and control over their own country, but they had also penetrated into other countries of the world.
➍ {هَلْ مِنْ مَّحِيْصٍ: ’’ مَحِيْصٍ ‘‘ ’’حَاصَ يَحِيْصُ حَيْصًا‘‘} is a noun of place, a place to escape. That is, when the punishment came upon them, they kept searching for a place to escape, wondering if there was any place to run, but they found no refuge anywhere.
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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One meaning is clear from the translation. Another is that these nations were so powerful and warlike that they did not confine themselves to their own lands, but also ravaged many neighboring countries. Yet, when Our punishment came, they could not find any place of refuge anywhere.
