Transliteration:( Wa kaifa tasbiru 'alaa maa lam tuhit bihee khubraa )
"And how can you be patient about something you have no knowledge of [155]?"
This verse highlights the distinction between Shariah (outward divine law) and Tareeqat (inner spiritual path).
Hazrat Musa (on whom be peace) was the Imam of Shariah, upholding the external commands and prohibitions of Allah. In contrast, Hazrat Khizr (on whom be peace) was granted access to hidden knowledge and mystical secrets—the realm of Tareeqat.
Thus, the actions of Hazrat Khizr, though they appeared to contradict the outward Shariah, were based on deep inner wisdom and divine insight. This verse teaches us that not everything apparent is the full reality, and one must understand the inner layers of divine purpose to grasp the truth behind certain actions.
The tafsir of Surah Kahf verse 68 by Ibn Kathir is unavailable here.
Please refer to Surah Kahf ayat 66 which provides the complete commentary from verse 66 through 70.
(18:68) For how can you patiently bear with something you cannot encompass in your knowledge?”
There is no commentary by Abul Maududi available for this verse.
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