Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
And leave Me Alone to deal with the beliers (those who deny My Verses), those who are in possession of good things of life. And give them respite for a little while.
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
وَذَرْنِىwadharnīAnd leave Me
وَٱلْمُكَذِّبِينَwal-mukadhibīnaand the deniers
أُو۟لِىulīpossessors
ٱلنَّعْمَةِl-naʿmati(of) the ease
وَمَهِّلْهُمْwamahhil'humand allow them respite
قَلِيلًاqalīlana little
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.
(Ayah 11){ وَذَرْنِيْوَالْمُكَذِّبِيْنَ … :} That is, when you have made Me your trustee and entrusted everything of yours to Me, then leave the matter of these prosperous deniers to Me as well, whose blessings and prosperity have become the cause of their denial instead of bringing them to faith. I Myself will deal with them; you give them a little respite. By a little respite is meant only a short time in this world, just as the deniers of Makkah soon received their punishment for denial in the field of Badr. Apart from this, even if the respite is at its maximum, it is only until they remain alive in this world, which is certainly very little; after that, it is between Me and them, you step aside.
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.
The exegesis of this verse has been done along with the previous verse.
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.
And leave to Me those who deny, who are enjoying the comforts of life [12], and give them respite for a little while.
The Character of the Affluent: It is evident that those who reject the message of the Prophets are usually these well-fed and prosperous people. The Quran has mentioned them in other places with the word "mutrafeen" (the affluent). Since these people have their own sphere of influence and a special status in society, and accepting the Prophet's message poses a threat to this status, they are the ones who lead the opposition to the Prophets' call. That is, you ﷺ should not worry about the opposition of such people. I will deal with them Myself. However, for now, they will be given some time to oppose, within which many kinds of wisdom are hidden.