Surah Al-A'raaf (7) — Ayah 203
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
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➋ { هٰذَا بَصَآىِٕرُ مِنْ رَّبِّكُمْ … :} In this, there is an indication that the Noble Qur'an itself is a great and sufficient miracle; with it present, the demand for further miracles is merely an excuse for not accepting. See Surah Ankabut (50, 51). Then here, three great qualities of the Qur'an are mentioned, which are unique to this miracle alone.
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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.
23. 2. The meaning of لَوْلَا اَجْتَبْیتَھَا is, "Why do you not bring it forth from yourself?" In response, it is explained that you should say, presenting miracles is not within my power; I am only a follower of divine revelation. However, this Qur'an that has come to me is, in itself, a very great miracle. In it are insights (proofs and evidences) and guidance and mercy from your Lord, provided that someone believes.
Tafsir Taiseer ul-Quran — Maulana Abdul Rahman Kilani
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The Accusation of Fabricating the Quran Against You and Its Response:
With this verse, the subject matter changes, and it mentions a demand of the disbelievers and its response. If the word 'sign' in this verse is taken as a verse of the Quran itself, then the implication would be that when there was a delay in the revelation of a Quranic surah or verses, the disbelievers would say that by now you should have brought forth a verse of your own choosing. Through such mockery, their intent was to imply that the Quran you have been reciting to us is also not revealed from Allah, but rather authored by yourself. Therefore, if there is a delay now, what does it matter? You should have composed and presented some more verses of your liking by now. And if the word 'sign' is taken as a miracle, then the implication would be that, among the tangible miracles we have demanded from you, whichever you prefer, you should ask Allah to show it to us. In response, Allah Almighty said that you should clearly tell them that showing miracles is not my task, nor do I have any authority over miracles. My task is only to follow the revelation that is sent down to me and to invite others to follow it as well. And if you reflect, this Quran itself is a great miracle, in which there are countless enlightening arguments for every seeker of guidance. And since this book leads to success in this world and the Hereafter, therefore, besides being a book of guidance, it is also a great mercy for the people.
