Surah Al-Ghaashiya (88) — Ayah 17
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 A Bedouin of Arabia, far from all urban formalities, traveling on a camel, with nature manifesting before him in its original form—if he reflects even a little, he will see the immense power of Allah Almighty in everything. If he looks up, he sees the limitless, well-ordered sky filled with the sun, or the moon and stars; if he looks down, he sees the vast earth spread out smoothly; if he looks to the right or left, he sees the tall, firmly rooted mountains in the earth; and if he looks at his mount, he sees a camel designed for the desert, able to endure hunger and thirst for weeks. Not a single thing is made by him. For the Owner of such magnificent creation, how difficult can it be to resurrect this insignificant human being, whom He created in the first place?
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.
[8] Allah Almighty first drew the attention of the Arabs, the Bedouins and nomads, to the camel, which was a valuable possession in their eyes and their constant companion in desert journeys. It can survive for ten days without drinking water and can continue traveling without difficulty. It feeds itself by eating thorny bushes, dry grass, and leaves. Its feet do not sink into the sand, and it travels easily. It does not tire because of the sand, and above all, it carries more load than all other beasts of burden. In a way, this animal was the very soul of those people—large in size and strange in form. There is a famous saying: “O camel, which of your limbs is straight?” And the attention of the Arabs was especially drawn to this animal because, for their desert life, no other animal could serve their needs except the camel. Allah Almighty provided them with such a useful animal according to their circumstances, and He directed them to reflect on its creation.
