Surah Al-Insaan (76) — Ayah 21
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 {’’ عٰلِيَهُمْ ‘‘} (upon them) can have two meanings: one is that the seats on which they will be sitting will have curtains of fine green silk and thick silk hanging over them. When the curtains are so precious, then what about their garments? The second is that they will be wearing garments of fine green silk and thick silk, as mentioned in Surah Al-Kahf: « وَ یَلْبَسُونَ ثِيَابًا خُضْرًا مِّنْ سُنْدُسٍ وَّ اِسْتَبْرَقٍ» [الکہف: ۳۱] “And they will wear green garments of fine and thick silk.” This meaning is more correct, because it is supported by the verse in Surah Al-Kahf. In the recitation of Anas bin Malik, Mujahid, and Qatadah, it is {’’عَلَيْهِمْ‘‘}. [ دیکھیے زاد المسیر لابن الجوزي ] This recitation also supports the second meaning, although the first meaning is not incorrect.
➌ In Surah Al-Kahf it is said: « يُحَلَّوْنَ فِيْهَا مِنْ اَسَاوِرَ مِنْ ذَهَبٍ » [ الکھف : ۳۱ ] “Therein they will be adorned with bracelets of gold.” Whereas here the mention is of bracelets of silver being adorned, so how is this reconciled? The answer is that there are several gardens in Paradise, as in Surah Ar-Rahman there is mention of two separate gardens, and as the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: [ جَنَّتَانِ مِنْ فِضَّةٍ آنِيَتُهُمَا وَ مَا فِيْهِمَا، وَ جَنَّتَانِ مِنْ ذَهَبٍ آنِيَتُهُمَا وَ مَا فِيْهِمَا ] [ بخاري، التوحید، باب قول اللّٰہ تعالٰی: «وجوہ یومئذ ناظرۃ…» : ۷۴۴۴ ] “Two gardens whose vessels and whatever is in them are of silver, and two gardens whose vessels and whatever is in them are of gold.” Now it is up to the dweller of Paradise whether he wears bracelets of gold or silver, or both, and some scholars have said that perhaps the bracelets of gold are for the Muqarrabun (those brought near) and the bracelets of silver are for the companions of the right hand, according to their ranks in Paradise. (At-Tasheel) But this cannot be said with certainty, so the first view is more correct.
➍ Here a question arises that generally bangles and such ornaments are worn by women, so what is the purpose of adorning men in Paradise with bangles? The answer is that the silk garments and gold and silver bangles are meant to describe the royal grandeur and splendor of the people of Paradise. Since ancient times, kings have worn gold and silver bangles, as Pharaoh taunted Musa (peace be upon him): « فَلَوْ لَاۤ اُلْقِيَ عَلَيْهِ اَسْوِرَةٌ مِّنْ ذَهَبٍ» [ الزخرف : ۵۳ ] “Why have gold bracelets not been bestowed upon him?”
➎ {وَ سَقٰىهُمْ رَبُّهُمْ شَرَابًا طَهُوْرًا:} In this part of the verse, there are several glad tidings for the people of Paradise: one is that their Lord Himself will serve them the pure drink. What greater honor can there be than this? Second, that drink will be free from all the apparent and hidden impurities and defects of all intoxicating drinks of the world; there will be no intoxication, no headache, no nausea, no vomiting, no body aches, no loss of intellect—it will be pure delight and pleasure. Third, the word {’’ طَهُوْرًا ‘‘} indicates that by drinking it, the hearts of the people of Paradise will be purified, and all envy, malice, and all grudges will be removed from them.
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.
[24] In Surah Kahf, verse 31, it is mentioned that the people of Paradise will be adorned with bracelets of gold. And here, bracelets of silver are mentioned. This matter will depend on the desire of the people of Paradise; whichever type of bracelet they wish to wear, they will be adorned with. It is also possible that both types will be given, or that sometimes gold bracelets will be given and sometimes silver ones. Or, men will be given silver bracelets and women gold ones.
[25] In addition to the drinks blended with camphor and ginger, a third drink is mentioned here, which is called "a pure drink" (sharaban tahuran). "Tahur" refers to something that is itself pure and also purifies other things. That is, this drink will be extremely pure and clear in itself, and it will also remove all kinds of resentment and malice from the hearts of the people of Paradise against one another.
