Translation by Dr. Muhammad Muhsin Khan & Dr. Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali
They (the hypocrites) swear to you (Muslims) that you may be pleased with them, but if you are pleased with them, certainly Allâh is not pleased with the people who are Al-Fâsiqûn (rebellious, disobedient to Allâh).
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.
(Ayah 96) {يَحْلِفُوْنَلَكُمْلِتَرْضَوْاعَنْهُمْ … :} That is, one purpose of their swearing oaths and making excuses is that you overlook them and act with forbearance, and then they also want you to be pleased with them. Even if you, being influenced by their words, become pleased with them, Allah will never be pleased with them because of their wickedness. In saying «{ لَايَرْضٰىعَنِالْقَوْمِالْفٰسِقِيْنَ }» instead of {’’ فَاِنَّاللّٰهَلَايَرْضٰيعَنْهُمْ ‘‘}, the reason for Allah’s displeasure is stated. This indicates that it is not permissible for Muslims, under any circumstances, to be pleased with them because of their wickedness. Shah Abdul Qadir (may Allah have mercy on him) writes: “It is permissible to overlook someone whose circumstances show that he is a hypocrite, but it is not allowed to befriend or love him.” (Muwadhih)
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.
96. 1. In these three verses, there is mention of those hypocrites who did not go with the Muslims on the expedition to Tabuk. Upon the safe return of the Prophet and the Muslims, they wanted to present their excuses and appear loyal in their eyes. Allah Almighty said, when you come to them, they will present excuses. Say to them, there is no need to present excuses before us because Allah Almighty has already informed us of your true circumstances. Now, how can we accept your false excuses? However, the reality of these excuses will become even clearer in the near future; your actions, which Allah Almighty is also watching and the Messenger ﷺ is also observing, will themselves expose the reality of your excuses. In the third verse, it is said, they will swear oaths to please you. But these foolish ones do not realize that even if you become pleased with them, with the presence of the fisq—that is, the path of evading and fleeing from obedience to Allah—that they have chosen, how can Allah Almighty ever be pleased with them?
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.
The tafsir of this ayah is included with the following verse(s).
