Surah Al-An'aam (6) — Ayah 58
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 اللّٰهُ اَعْلَمُ بِالظّٰلِمِيْنَ:} That is, only Allah knows when to bring the punishment and how long to grant them respite.
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.
Necessary clarification: In the hadith, it is mentioned that on one occasion, by Allah’s command, the Angel of the Mountains came to the service of the Prophet ﷺ and said that if you order, I will crush the entire population between the two mountains. You ﷺ replied, “No, rather I hope that Allah will bring forth from their descendants those who will worship Allah alone and will not associate anyone with Him.” (Sahih Muslim) This hadith is not contrary to the verse under explanation, as it may apparently seem, because in the verse, the sending of punishment upon request is mentioned, whereas in this hadith, the intention to send punishment was expressed only due to the harm caused by the polytheists, without their request, which the Prophet ﷺ did not approve of.
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.
[62] And if bringing such a punishment were within my power, it would have already come and all these disputes would have ended. But the exact time for the punishment to come upon you is known only to Allah. When Allah's knowledge, His forbearance, and His perfect wisdom require that punishment be brought upon you, then at that time, no one will be able to avert His punishment.
