Surah Al-Anfaal (8) — Ayah 19
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 { وَ اِنْ تَعُوْدُوْا نَعُدْ......:} That is, if you again oppose the Muslims and fight them, then we will treat you in the same way again, no matter how large your group may be.
➌ Before { وَ اَنَّ اللّٰهَ مَعَ الْمُؤْمِنِيْنَ: ’’ اَنَّ ‘‘}, several words can be considered implied; the easier way is to consider this sentence as the object of {’’ وَاعْلَمُوْا ‘‘}, meaning: Know that indeed Allah is with the believers, and whoever Allah is with, who can harm him?
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.
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Advice to the Disbelievers to Refrain from Their Activities:
The disbelievers of Makkah used to say to the Muslims: "If you are truthful in your claim, then when will this decision take place?" [32: 28] That is, when will the decision between us and you occur? In this verse, Allah Almighty addresses those defeated disbelievers, saying that now the decision has come. You are witnessing with your own eyes how, despite unfavorable circumstances, the Muslims were miraculously granted victory. Therefore, even now, if you come to the right path, that will be better for you. But if you again adopt the same disobedient, oppositional, and rebellious attitude as before, We will punish you in the same way again, and just as today your army and forces were of no use to you, they will not benefit you in the future either. The reason is that the Muslims' companion, supporter, and helper is their Lord Himself. In some narrations, it is also mentioned that at the time of departure from Makkah, Abu Jahl and others held the covering of the Ka'bah and prayed: "O Allah, grant victory to the party that is superior and better among us two parties, and defeat the one who causes corruption." Thus, Allah Almighty, by saying "Now the decision has come to you," decided who among the two parties was superior and better, and who was the corrupter.
