Surah An-Najm (53) — Ayah 8
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.
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 First Time You Saw Sayyiduna Jibreel in His Original Form:
In these verses, there is mention of Sayyiduna Jibreel ؑ, who possesses great powers. "Qawi" is the plural of "quwwah," and the word "dhū mirrah" is used in a very broad sense. Its meaning includes strong, powerful, wise, and also handsome. The Messenger of Allah ﷺ saw Sayyiduna Jibreel ؑ in his original form twice in his life. In these verses, the incident is mentioned when you ﷺ saw him for the first time. Sayyiduna Jibreel appeared on the eastern horizon. Then it seemed to you ﷺ that the space between the earth and the sky was filled with him, as is evident from the following hadith: Sayyiduna Jabir bin Abdullah ؓ says that I heard the Messenger of Allah ﷺ. He used to mention the cessation of revelation. He ﷺ said: Once, while I was walking along the path, I heard a voice from the sky. I looked up towards the sky and saw the same angel who had come to me at Hira. He was sitting on a chair between the earth and the sky (suspended). I was so frightened that I fell to the ground out of fear. Then I came home and said to my family: "Cover me with a blanket, cover me with a blanket." So they covered me with a blanket. At that time, Allah Almighty revealed these verses, from ﴿يٰاَيُّهَا الْمُدَّثِرْ﴾ to ﴿فَاهْجُرْ﴾. After that, the revelation became intense and began to come continuously. [بخاري۔ كتاب التفسير، تفسير سورة ئمدثر]
The disbelievers of Makkah used to accuse the Messenger of Allah ﷺ that some non-Arab person teaches him the words of the Quran. Then he recites them to us and claims that they are revealed from Allah. In response, Allah Almighty said that it is not a non-Arab person, but rather an angel possessing many powers and qualities who teaches him this Quran.
