Prophets in the Quran
Adam
The first human being and the first prophet, taught the names of all things and tested by the whisper of Iblis.
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Known in English as Adam
The account
What the Quran relates about Adam
Key events
- 1Created and taught the names of everything
- 2The angels commanded to prostrate; Iblis refused
- 3The tree, the slip, and the expulsion from the garden
What is drawn from it
- A mistake followed by sincere repentance is not the end
- Arrogance, not ignorance, was what ruined Iblis
References
Surahs where the account appears
The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
The stories, taught with their sources
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Where is Adam mentioned in the Quran?
In 4 surahs: 2, 3, 7, 20. The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
Is there a surah named after Adam?
No surah carries the name, though Adam is mentioned within other surahs.
What are the main events in the story of Adam?
Created and taught the names of everything, The angels commanded to prostrate; Iblis refused and The tree, the slip, and the expulsion from the garden.
What is usually drawn from the story of Adam?
A mistake followed by sincere repentance is not the end and Arrogance, not ignorance, was what ruined Iblis.
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