Surah Al-Muzzammil (73) — Ayah 5
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 { ’’ قَوْلًا ثَقِيْلًا ‘‘} (Heavy word) refers to divine revelation, which is heavy even at the time of its descent, heavier than every word and everything, its implementation is heavy, and the duty to convey it to the entire world is also very heavy. Its details are as follows: (1) At the time of the descent of revelation, a great burden would fall upon you (the Prophet ﷺ), which was very heavy for you to bear. Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) says that even on a very cold day, when revelation would descend upon you, and when that state would end, sweat would be dripping from your forehead. [ بخاري، بدء الوحي، باب کیف کان بدء الوحي : ۲ ] Zayd bin Thabit (may Allah be pleased with him) says that once revelation descended upon the Messenger of Allah ﷺ while his thigh was on my thigh, and the weight of his thigh was such that it was about to crush my thigh. [ دیکھیے بخاري : ۲۸۳۲ ] Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) says that when you ﷺ were riding a camel and revelation would descend upon you, the camel would lower its neck to the ground. [ دیکھیے مسند أحمد : 118/6، ح : ۲۴۹۲۱ ] (2) This word is heavier than all other words; all other words are insignificant in comparison to it. (3) Acting upon its commands is heavy; performing the five daily obligatory prayers and other commands, and abstaining from what it has forbidden, is very burdensome on the self. (4) It is also heavy because there is a command to convey it to all the people of the world, which is an extremely difficult task. For this, you will have to endure people's opposition, taunts and reproaches, mockery and ridicule, abuse, physical harm, assassination plots, and migration and Jihad—everything.
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.
[5]
What is the Great Responsibility?
By "weighty word" is meant those commands which were to be given to youﷺ in connection with bringing about a revolution in society. First of all, youﷺ had to act upon these commands yourself and present a practical example before others, then present this call before the whole world and stand up against them. You had to strive against polytheistic beliefs and the ignorant civilization and culture. In a society where people had been enemies of each other for centuries, you had to create an atmosphere of love, harmony, and brotherhood. Then, by uniting them, you had to confront the entire world of disbelief, and with Allah's mercy and help, make the religion of Islam prevail over all false religions. These were the great responsibilities about which you were informed through ﴿سَنُلْقِيْ عَلَيْكَ قَوْلًا ثَـقِيْلًا﴾, and in order to train you for this duty, youﷺ were commanded to spend a portion of the night in worship of Allah.
