Tafsir As-Sa'di (Parts 01,02,03)

Tafsir As-Sa'di — Taysir al-Karim al-Rahman fi Tafsir Kalam al-Mannaan — is the tafsir most often recommended as a starting point for English-speaking Muslims. Shaykh As-Sa'di explains every verse with clarity and eloquence, draws on the Qur'an and authentic Sunnah, and writes in a way that speaks to the heart as well as the mind.

Tafsir As-Sa'di: Parts 1, 2, and 3 is Darussalam's edition covering the first three sections (ajza) of the Qur'an, beginning at the very beginning — Surah al-Baqarah. These opening parts of the Qur'an contain some of its most important chapters and most essential guidance: the foundations of iman, the story of Bani Isra'il, the laws of fasting, pilgrimage, marriage, and financial dealings, and the central declarations of Tawheed that run through every early Medinan surah.

What This Volume Covers

Surah al-Baqarah — The Longest Chapter

Surah al-Baqarah is the longest chapter in the Qur'an and among the most significant — containing Ayat al-Kursi, the last two verses of the surah (al-Baqarah 285–286), the story of Adam, the story of Bani Isra'il, and legislation covering fasting, pilgrimage, marriage, divorce, financial dealings, and more. As-Sa'di's explanation of this chapter is one of the most valuable single-chapter commentaries available in English.

The Beginning of Surah Ali Imran

Parts 1–3 extend into the early portions of Surah Ali Imran — covering the opening verses on the nature of the Qur'an, the stories of Maryam and Isa (peace be upon him), the Battle of Uhud, and the foundational guidance on steadfastness, reliance on Allah, and the correct response to trial. As-Sa'di's commentary here is marked by deep spiritual insight applied with Salafi precision.

About the Author

Shaykh Abdur-Rahman Nasir As-Sa'di (1307–1376 AH / 1889–1957 CE) taught in Unayzah in the Qaseem region, where his students included Shaykh Muhammad ibn Salih al-Uthaymin. He wrote across tafsir, fiqh and the sciences of the heart, and this tafsir is the work he is best known for in English. Published by Darussalam Publishers.

Who This Book Is For

Anyone beginning their serious study of the Qur'an who wants to start at the beginning with an accessible and reliable tafsir in English. New Muslims who want a scholarly companion as they read Surah al-Baqarah for the first time. Students of Islamic knowledge working through the Qur'an systematically. And every Muslim who recites the last two verses of al-Baqarah each night — As-Sa'di's explanation of those verses alone is worth owning this volume.

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Darussalam publishes a second partial edition of the same tafsir covering Parts 28, 29 and 30 — the closing sections most recited in prayer. For the entire Qur'an explained cover to cover, see the complete 10-volume Tafseer As-Sa'di from IIPH, which is sold as a full set. Browse more works by Shaykh as-Sa'di, or compare this tafsir with the alternatives in our guide to the best tafsir books in English.