Surah Al-Qamar (54) — Ayah 9
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 { وَ قَالُوْا مَجْنُوْنٌ: ’’ مَجْنُوْنٌ ‘‘} One who is afflicted with madness, insane, madman. For details, see the commentary of Surah Al-Mu’minun (25).
➌ { وَ ازْدُجِرَ:} This is the passive past tense of the verb from { ’’زَجْرٌ‘‘} (to rebuke) in the form of ifti‘al, originally {’’اُزْتُجِرَ‘‘}, in which the ta of ifti‘al is for emphasis, meaning he was severely rebuked. There can be two meanings: one is that Allah Almighty is saying that Nuh (peace be upon him) was severely rebuked, showered with insults and mockery, and threatened. (See Al-A‘raf: 66; Hud: 38; Ash-Shu‘ara: 116) The second meaning is that the people of Nuh (peace be upon him) said that he is mad and has been rebuked by our gods, due to which he has lost his senses, just as the people of Hud (peace be upon him) said: « اِنْ نَّقُوْلُ اِلَّا اعْتَرٰىكَ بَعْضُ اٰلِهَتِنَا بِسُوْٓءٍ » [ ھود : ۵۴ ] “We say nothing except that one of our gods has afflicted you with a calamity.”
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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Mention of Sayyiduna Nuh and His People:
They called him mad because he not only taught against the ancestral beliefs of the majority of his people, but also stood up against them. In their view, the fact that he and his few companions stood against the entire nation was itself madness. Sometimes they threatened to stone him, sometimes to kill him, and sometimes they simply scolded him for not giving up this mission.
