Surah Al-Jinn (72) — 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.
➋ {مُلِئَتْ حَرَسًا شَدِيْدًا وَّ شُهُبًا :} Even before the Prophethood of the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him), there was an arrangement for the protection of the higher realm, but the jinn would still manage to overhear something, and they would find some place to hide in the upper atmosphere. Now (after the Prophethood of the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him), when they went up to listen, the entire upper atmosphere was filled with strict guards and a continuous shower of meteors. From {’’ مُلِئَتْ ‘‘} it is understood that now the system of guarding had become much stricter than before. This caused them distress, and they set out to find the reason for this arrangement, as has been mentioned in the context of the revelation of this Surah.
➌ From many verses of the Noble Qur’an, it is known that the jinn are a creation separate from humans, who were not created from clay but from fire, and who existed before the creation of humans. The jinn can approach the heavens and sometimes steal a word or two from the higher realm. To deny them by considering them a rebellious tribe or hidden germs among humans is to deny the Qur’an and Hadith. The basis for denying something on the grounds that if it existed, it would be visible, is a very weak basis. See also Surah Al-A’raf (38, 27), Hud (119), Ha Mim Sajdah (25, 29), and Surah Al-Ahqaf (18, 29, 32). The story of Adam and Iblis, which is mentioned in seven places in the Noble Qur’an, and the entire Surah Ar-Rahman, bear witness that jinn and humans are separate creations.
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.
