Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
But if they repent, perform As-Salât, (Iqâmat-as-Salât) and give Zakât, then they are your brethren in religion. (In this way) We explain the Ayât (proofs, evidence, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, etc.) in detail for a people who know.
Word by Word — Arabic, Transliteration & Meaning
فَإِنfa-inBut if
تَابُوا۟tābūthey repent
وَأَقَامُوا۟wa-aqāmūand establish
ٱلصَّلَوٰةَl-ṣalatathe prayer
وَءَاتَوُا۟waātawūand give
ٱلزَّكَوٰةَl-zakatathe zakah
فَإِخْوَٰنُكُمْfa-ikh'wānukumthen (they are) your brothers
فِىfīin
ٱلدِّينِ ۗl-dīni[the] religion
وَنُفَصِّلُwanufaṣṣiluAnd We explain in detail
ٱلْـَٔايَـٰتِl-āyātithe Verses
لِقَوْمٍۢliqawminfor a people
يَعْلَمُونَyaʿlamūna(who) know
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.
(Ayah11) ➊ { فَاِنْتَابُوْاوَاَقَامُواالصَّلٰوةَ … :} That is, the brotherhood of faith, which Allah Almighty mentioned in Surah Al-Hujurat (10): «اِنَّمَاالْمُؤْمِنُوْنَاِخْوَةٌ » "The believers are but brothers." This brotherhood cannot be achieved without these three things. Through these three things, they will receive all the rights in the Islamic society that other Muslims receive. Shah Abdul Qadir (may Allah have mercy on him) writes: "What is said here, that they are brothers in the ruling of Shariah, understand from this that if it is known from indications that a person is apparently a Muslim but does not have certainty in his heart, then even if he is counted as a Muslim in outward rulings, he should not be trusted or taken as a friend." (Muwadhih) This matter has already been mentioned before; here it is further emphasized that mere verbal acknowledgment of prayer and zakah is not sufficient for religious brotherhood, but their actual performance is necessary to be included in the Muslim Ummah. It is obligatory upon the Muslim ruler to question and punish for their non-performance, and if someone denies their performance or mocks them, then, like Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him), they should be declared apostates and fought against.
➋ { وَنُفَصِّلُالْاٰيٰتِلِقَوْمٍيَّعْلَمُوْنَ:} Those who know refer to those people who understand the consequences of disobeying Allah and have His fear in their hearts; only such people can benefit from His verses.
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.
11. 1. Prayer, after the declaration of monotheism and prophethood,, prayer is the most important pillar of Islam. It is the right of Allah, and in it are various aspects of worship of Allah. It includes standing with folded hands, bowing and prostration, supplication and entreaty, the expression of Allah’s greatness and majesty, and the expression of one’s own humility and helplessness. All these forms and types of worship are exclusively for Allah. After prayer, the second important obligation is Zakat, which, along with the aspect of worship, also includes the rights of people. Through Zakat, the needy, poor, destitute, disabled, and helpless people of the society and the tribe of the one giving Zakat benefit. That is why, in the hadith, after the testimony, these two things have been highlighted. The Noble Prophet ﷺ said, “I have been commanded to fight the people until they testify that there is no deity except Allah and that Muhammad ﷺ is the Messenger of Allah, and establish prayer and give Zakat.” (Sahih Bukhari). Abdullah bin Mas’ud ؓ said: ومن لم یزک فلا صلٰوۃ لہ (reference mentioned) — Whoever does not give Zakat, he has no prayer.
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.
But if they repent, establish prayer, and give zakat, then they are your brothers in religion [10]. And We explain the verses in detail for a people who know.
[10] Conditions for Citizenship Rights in the Islamic State:
In verse number 5 of this very Surah, it was stated that if the polytheists repent, establish prayer, and pay zakat, then leave their way. That is, now their wealth and their lives have become safe from your hands. And in this verse, it is stated that if they fulfill all three conditions, then not only will their lives and wealth be protected, but they will also become a member of the Islamic community, and they will receive all the civil, social, legal, and economic rights in the same way as other Muslims receive them.
