WHEN THE DEVIL WAS BORN - TRUE STORY

Summary

The video explores the origins of Iblis (Satan) and his jealousy towards Adam after being commanded by Allah to prostrate to him. Iblis, a once-pious jinn raised among angels, grapples with the fear of losing his status as the best of Allah's creations. His arrogance and envy lead him to disobey Allah's command, marking the first instance of rejection based on self-perceived superiority. This narrative illustrates themes of pride, the nature of sin, and the concept of true nobility being tied to piety rather than origin.

Takeaways

• 😀 The animosity of Iblis (Satan) towards mankind dates back to the creation of Adam and even before that.
• 😀 Iblis was a highly pious jinn who worshipped alongside the angels for thousands of years.
• 😀 The creation of Adam from clay was a significant moment that sparked jealousy in Iblis, who felt superior as a jinn.
• 😀 The angels questioned Allah about creating mankind, referencing the corruption caused by previous creations with free will.
• 😀 Some scholars suggest there may have been creations similar to mankind before Adam, although Adam is the first of humankind.
• 😀 Iblis's feelings of jealousy (hasad) and arrogance ultimately led him to refuse Allah's command to bow to Adam.
• 😀 The command for the angels and Iblis to make sajdah (prostration) to Adam was an act of respect, not worship.
• 😀 Iblis became the first being to use reasoning to reject Allah's command, citing his creation from fire as a reason for superiority over Adam, made from clay.
• 😀 This rejection marked Iblis as the first racist, as he judged based on physical attributes rather than piety (taqwa).
• 😀 The most noble among mankind are determined by their taqwa, which transcends race, gender, or socioeconomic status.

Q & A

What is the origin of animosity that Iblis has towards mankind?

The animosity stems from the creation of Adam, as Iblis, a Jinn, was envious of the new creation that Allah honored.

How long did Iblis worship Allah before Adam was created?

Iblis worshipped Allah for thousands of years before the creation of Adam.

What command did Allah give to the angels regarding Adam?

Allah commanded the angels, including Iblis, to make sajdah (prostration) to Adam as a sign of respect.

What was Iblis's reaction to Allah's command to bow to Adam?

Iblis refused to bow to Adam, citing his superiority because he was created from fire, while Adam was created from clay.

What does the term 'hasid' mean in the context of Iblis's feelings?

'Hasid' refers to extreme jealousy, where one not only desires what another has but also wishes for that person to be deprived of it.

What does the narrative suggest about the nature of nobility in Islam?

Nobility in Islam is determined by *taqwa* (piety) rather than one's creation or status, indicating that everyone has equal potential for honor.

What does Iblis’s story illustrate about the dangers of arrogance?

Iblis’s story illustrates that arrogance can lead to disobedience and a rejection of divine commands, resulting in severe consequences.

How does the script address the existence of other creations before Adam?

The script suggests that there may have been other creations similar to mankind before Adam, but emphasizes that Adam is the first of mankind.

What role do the angels play in the narrative of Iblis and Adam?

The angels are portrayed as obedient beings who follow Allah's commands, exemplifying humility and respect for Allah’s decisions.

What lesson can be derived from the rejection of Iblis’s command to bow to Adam?

The lesson emphasizes the importance of humility, recognizing the worth of others, and the need to avoid letting jealousy and pride govern one's actions.