In the beginning, the heavens were filled with angels, beings of light, pure and dutiful. Their purpose was to worship Allah, the Almighty, and obey His every command without question. The vastness of the universe was a testimony to Allah’s power, but in His infinite wisdom, He had a new plan for creation.
One day, Allah addressed the angels, His voice reverberating across the heavens, "I am going to create a new being from clay, from molded mud. He will be My representative on Earth." The angels, curious and concerned, gathered in awe. They wondered aloud, for they knew only of beings who might cause harm, spill blood, and spread corruption. They said, "Will You place upon the Earth one who causes corruption and sheds blood, while we glorify and praise You continuously?"
Allah, knowing their concern but holding knowledge beyond their understanding, replied gently, "Indeed, I know that which you do not know."
With this, the command was given. The universe held its breath as Allah took clay from the Earth, forming a figure unlike any other creation before it. He molded its limbs, shaped its features, and perfected its form. And when the moment was right, He breathed into it a soul. The being stirred, opening its eyes to witness the splendor of existence for the first time.
"Adam," Allah called him.
The angels marveled at this new creation. But their astonishment deepened when Allah, the All-Knowing, gave Adam knowledge beyond their comprehension. Allah taught Adam the names of everything — the stars, the trees, the mountains, the seas, every creature, and every element in existence.
Allah then turned to the angels. "Tell Me the names of these things, if you know them," He said.
The angels, realizing their limitations, humbly admitted, "Exalted are You. We have no knowledge except what You have taught us. Indeed, You are the All-Knowing, the Wise."
Allah smiled upon Adam. "O Adam, inform them of the names." And Adam spoke, naming each thing with ease. The angels, who had once questioned the wisdom of Adam’s creation, now saw the brilliance in Allah’s plan.
But not all were pleased.
Among the gathering was Iblis, a jinn of fiery origin who had been granted favor among the angels for his piety. When Allah commanded all the angels and Iblis to prostrate before Adam, the angels bowed in submission, recognizing Allah’s decree. But Iblis stood defiantly, his form rigid and unyielding. His heart, once filled with devotion, was now darkened by pride and arrogance.
"Why do you not prostrate when I command you?" Allah asked, though He knew the answer.
Iblis sneered, his voice dripping with disdain. "I am better than him. You created me from fire, and You created him from clay."
At that moment, Iblis sealed his fate. Allah, who had once honored him, cast him out of His mercy. "Descend from here, for it is not for you to be arrogant here. You are disgraced and expelled." Iblis, consumed by his anger, swore vengeance. "Because You have led me astray," he said, "I will lie in wait for them on Your straight path. I will deceive them, mislead them, and cause them to stray."
Allah responded, "You will have no power over My faithful servants, but those who follow you in rebellion will share your fate."
Now Adam stood in the garden of Paradise, a realm of unimaginable beauty, with rivers flowing beneath, trees bearing fruit, and tranquility at every turn. Allah, in His mercy, created a companion for him — Eve, a partner to share in the joys of this heavenly abode. Together, they wandered freely, enjoying all the bounties of Paradise. Allah gave them only one simple command: "O Adam, dwell you and your wife in Paradise and eat from wherever you will, but do not approach this tree, lest you become among the wrongdoers."
For a time, Adam and Eve lived in blissful harmony, content with all that was around them. But Iblis, banished and burning with envy, had not forgotten his promise of revenge. He found his way to Adam and Eve, whispering lies and deceit into their hearts.
He approached them slyly, his voice soft and persuasive. "Did Allah forbid you this tree only so you would not become angels or live forever?" he asked, weaving his words with false promises. "I am your sincere advisor," he added, though sincerity was far from his intentions.
At first, Adam and Eve resisted. But the whispers of Iblis grew louder, and the desire to taste what had been forbidden grew stronger. One day, despite Allah's warning, Adam and Eve approached the tree. Its fruit, gleaming and tempting, was plucked, and they both ate from it.
The moment the fruit touched their lips, they realized their mistake. Their state of purity vanished, and they became aware of their nakedness. In their shame, they rushed to cover themselves with the leaves of Paradise.
But it was too late.
Allah’s voice echoed through the garden, filled with disappointment. "Did I not forbid you from that tree and tell you that Satan is your clear enemy?"
Adam and Eve, overwhelmed with regret, fell to their knees. "Our Lord," they cried, "we have wronged ourselves. If You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers."
Allah, the Most Merciful, accepted their repentance. Yet, as a consequence of their disobedience, they were sent down to Earth. The paradise that had once been their home was now beyond their reach.
"Descend," Allah commanded, "for the Earth will be your dwelling place, and there you will live and die. But know this: when guidance comes to you from Me, whoever follows My guidance will have no fear, nor will they grieve."
And so, Adam and Eve descended to Earth, carrying with them the hope of redemption, the weight of responsibility, and the promise of guidance from their Creator. In this new world, they were to begin the journey of humanity, a journey filled with trials, choices, and the eternal struggle between truth and deception.
But amidst all the challenges, Allah’s mercy remained, guiding and comforting, for as long as humankind remembered His words and followed His path.
Thus begins the story of humanity, born from the first man, Adam, who walked between Paradise and Earth, between the divine and the mortal, carrying with him the lessons of creation and the enduring mercy of his Creator.
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