The story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his argument with the idolaters - in the Quran

The story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his argument with the idolaters is mentioned in the Quran in several verses. According to the story, Prophet Ibrahim challenged his people's worship of idols and argued that there could be only one God. He questioned the logic of worshiping statues that could neither hear nor see nor benefit their worshipers. The people rejected his arguments and threatened him with punishment, but Prophet Ibrahim remained steadfast in his faith. He destroyed the idols in the temple and challenged the people to ask their gods to punish him if they were real. Allah saved Prophet Ibrahim from harm and he continued to preach monotheism to his people. The story of Prophet Ibrahim's argument with the idolaters is a lesson in faith and the rejection of false beliefs.

The verses in the Quran describe Prophet Ibrahim, as a young man, began to question the worship of idols in his community. He realized that the idols could not be gods because they could neither hear nor see nor answer the prayers of their worshipers.

Prophet Ibrahim tried to convince his people to abandon idol worship and turn to the worship of the one true God. He reasoned with them, pointing out the flaws in their beliefs and the logical inconsistencies in their practices. However, the people refused to listen and instead threatened him with punishment.

Prophet Ibrahim was undeterred and continued to preach monotheism. He even challenged the people to ask their gods to punish him if they were real. This bold act of defiance enraged the idolaters, and they decided to throw Prophet Ibrahim into a fire. Allah saved him from the flames, and he emerged unscathed.

The story of Prophet Ibrahim's argument with the idolaters highlights the importance of standing up for one's beliefs and the rejection of false beliefs. It is also a reminder of the power of faith and the protection and guidance that Allah provides to those who believe in Him.

Several verses mention the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his argument with the idolaters in the Quran. The story is referenced in multiple chapters, including Surah Al-Anbiya, Surah Al-Shu'ara, and Surah Al-Ankabut. The exact number of verses that specifically mention this story is difficult to determine since the story is often mentioned indirectly or as part of a broader narrative. However, there are at least 20 verses that directly refer to Prophet Ibrahim's argument with the idolaters in the Quran.

Here are a few examples of verses in the Quran that directly mention the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his argument with the idolaters:

"And thus did We show Ibrahim the kingdom of the heavens and the earth and that he might be of those who are certain. So when the night covered him over with darkness he saw a star; he said: Is this my Lord? So when it set, he said: I do not love the setting ones. Then when he saw the moon rising, he said: Is this my Lord? So when it set, he said: If my Lord had not guided me I should certainly be of the erring people. Then when he saw the sun rising, he said: Is this my Lord? Is this the greatest? So when it set, he said: O my people! surely I am clear of what you set up (with Allah). I have turned myself, being upright, wholly to Him Who originated the heavens and the earth, and I am not of the polytheists." (Quran 6:75-79)

"And remember Ibrahim said to his father and his people: 'What do you worship?' They said: 'We worship idols, and to them we are ever devoted.' He said: 'Do they hear you when you call (on them)? Or do they benefit or harm you?' They said: 'No, but we found our fathers doing so.' He said: 'Have you considered what you have been worshipping - you and your ancient forefathers? Verily they are enemies to me, save the Lord of the worlds.'" (Quran 26:70-77)

"And when Ibrahim said to his people: 'Serve Allah and be careful of (your duty to) Him; this is best for you, if you did but know. You only worship besides Allah idols, and you create a falsehood. Surely those whom you serve besides Allah do not control for you any sustenance, so seek your sustenance from Allah and serve Him and be grateful to Him; to Him you shall be brought back. And if you reject (the truth), nations before you did indeed reject (the truth), and nothing is incumbent on the messenger but a plain delivery (of the message).'" (Quran 29:16-18)

"And mention in the Book, Ibrahim. Indeed, he was a true man and a prophet. When he said to his father, "O my father, why do you worship that which does not hear and does not see and will not benefit you at all? O my father, indeed there has come to me of knowledge that which has not come to you, so follow me; I will guide you to an even path. O my father, do not worship Satan. Indeed Satan has ever been, to the Most Merciful, disobedient. O my father, indeed I fear that there will touch you a punishment from the Most Merciful so you would be to Satan a companion in Hellfire." [19:41-45]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said to his people, "Worship Allah and fear Him. That is best for you, if you should know. You worship not besides Him except [mere] names you have named them, you and your fathers, for which Allah has sent down no authority. Legislation is not but for Allah. He has commanded that you worship not except Him. That is the correct religion, but most of the people do not know." [Quran 12: 38-40]

"And [mention, O Muhammad], when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make this city [Makkah] secure and keep me and my sons away from worshipping idols. My Lord, indeed they have led astray many among the people. So whoever follows me - then he is of me; and whoever disobeys me - indeed, You are [yet] Forgiving and Merciful." [Quran 14: 35-36]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, show me how You give life to the dead." [Allah] said, "Have you not believed?" He said, "Yes, but [I ask] only that my heart may be satisfied." [Allah] said, "Take four birds and commit them to yourself. Then [after slaughtering them] put on each hill a portion of them; then call them - they will come [flying] to you in haste. And know that Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise." [Quran 2: 260]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said to his people, "Indeed, I am free from what you worship except for He who created me; for indeed, He will guide me." [Quran 43: 26-27]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ismail, [saying], "Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing." [Quran 2: 127]

"And [mention, O Muhammad], when Ibrahim said to his father Azar, "Do you take idols as deities? Indeed, I see you and your people to be in manifest error." [Quran 6:74]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make this city [Makkah] secure and keep me and my sons away from worshipping idols." [Quran 14:35]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and [many] from my descendants. Our Lord, and accept my supplication." [Quran 14:40]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim was tried by his Lord with commands and he fulfilled them. [Allah] said, "Indeed, I will make you a leader for the people." [Quran 2:124]

"Indeed, Ibrahim was a [comprehensive] leader, devoutly obedient to Allah, inclining toward truth, and he was not among those who associate others with Allah." [Quran 16:120]

"And strive for Allah with the striving due to Him. He has chosen you and has not placed upon you in the religion any difficulty. [It is] the religion of your father, Ibrahim. Allah named you "Muslims" before [in former scriptures] and in this [revelation] that the Messenger may be a witness over you and you may be witnesses over the people. So establish prayer and give zakah and hold fast to Allah. He is your protector; and excellent is the protector, and excellent is the helper." [Quran 22:78]

"And who would be averse to the religion of Ibrahim except one who makes a fool of himself. And We had chosen him in this world, and indeed he, in the Hereafter, will be among the righteous." [Quran 2:130]

"And when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make this city [Makkah] secure and keep me and my sons away from worshipping idols." [Quran 14:35]

"Then We revealed to you, [O Muhammad], to follow the religion of Ibrahim, inclining toward truth; and he was not among those who associate with Allah." [Quran 16:123]

"Say, [O believers], "We have believed in Allah and what has been revealed to us and what has been revealed to Ibrahim and Ismail and Ishaq and Yaqub and the Descendants and what was given to Musa and Isa and what was given to the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between any of them, and we are Muslims [in submission] to Him." [Quran 2:136]

"And [mention, O Muhammad], when Ibrahim was tried by his Lord with commands and he fulfilled them. [Allah] said, "Indeed, I will make you a leader for the people." [Ibrahim] said, "And of my descendants?" [Allah] said, "My covenant does not include the wrongdoers."" [Quran 2:124]

"And [mention, O Muhammad], when Ibrahim said to his father and his people, "Indeed, I am disassociated from that which you worship, except for He who created me; and indeed, He will guide me."" [Quran 43:26-27]

"And when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make this city [Makkah] a secure sanctuary and provide its people with fruits - whoever of them believes in Allah and the Last Day." [Quran 2:126]

"And We charged Ibrahim and Ismail, [saying], "Purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who are staying [there] for worship and those who bow and prostrate [in prayer]."" [Quran 2:125]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, show me how You give life to the dead." [Allah] said, "Have you not believed?" He said, "Yes, but [I ask] only that my heart may be satisfied." [Allah] said, "Take four birds and commit them to yourself. Then [after slaughtering them] put on each hill a portion of them; then call them - they will come [flying] to you in haste. And know that Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise."" [Quran 2:260]

"And when Ibrahim said, "My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and [many] from my descendants. Our Lord, and accept my supplication. Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers the Day the account is established."" [Quran 14:40-41]

"And [mention] when Ibrahim was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ismail, [saying], "Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing."" [Quran 2:127]

"And [mention, O Muhammad], when Ibrahim was thrown into the fire; and it was said [to him], "O fire, be coolness and safety upon Ibrahim."" [Quran 21:69]

In summary, the theme of monotheism versus idolatry and the struggle between truth and falsehood is a recurring theme throughout the Quran, and the story of Prophet Ibrahim serves as an example of someone who remained steadfast in his belief in the One true God despite facing opposition from the idolaters of his time.

The story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and the rebuilding of the Kaaba - in the Quran

According to the Quranic account, Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail were commanded by Allah to rebuild the Kaaba, which had been originally built by Prophet Adam as a place of worship for Allah. The Kaaba had fallen into disrepair and had been filled with idols by the time of Prophet Ibrahim.

It is not well documented when Kaaba was built by Prophet Abraham, and son Ismail, but sources found mention Kaaba was built 40 years before the building of Al Aqsa by grandson Prophet Jacob.

Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail rebuilt the Kaaba from its foundations, calling upon Allah to accept their efforts and make it a place of pilgrimage for the believers. They also prayed for their descendants to be among those who would maintain the Kaaba and perform the pilgrimage.

The story of Prophet Ibrahim and the rebuilding of the Kaaba is an important part of Islamic history and theology, and the Kaaba remains a central focus of the Islamic faith today. The annual Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the five pillars of Islam, involves circumambulating the Kaaba and performing other religious rites in the city of Mecca.

There are several verses in the Quran that mention the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and the rebuilding of the Kaaba. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:125-129) and Surah Al-Hajj (22:26-30) are the main chapters where this story is mentioned. However, there are also a few other verses that refer to this story indirectly or provide additional details about it.

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:125-129):

And [mention] when We made the House a place of return for the people and [a place of] security. And take, [O believers], from the standing place of Abraham a place of prayer. And We charged Abraham and Ishmael, [saying], "Purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who are staying [there] for worship and those who bow and prostrate [in prayer]."

And [mention] when Abraham said, "My Lord, make this a secure city and provide its people with fruits - whoever of them believes in Allah and the Last Day." [Allah] said. "And whoever disbelieves - I will grant him enjoyment for a little; then I will force him to the punishment of the Fire, and wretched is the destination."

And [mention] when Abraham was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ishmael, [saying], "Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing.

Our Lord, and make us Muslims [in submission] to You and from our descendants a Muslim nation [in submission] to You. And show us our rites and accept our repentance. Indeed, You are the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.

Our Lord, and send among them a messenger from themselves who will recite to them Your verses and teach them the Book and wisdom and purify them. Indeed, You are the Exalted in Might, the Wise."

Surah Al-Hajj (22:26-30):

And [mention] when We designated for Abraham the site of the House, [saying], "Do not associate anything with Me and purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who stand [in prayer] and those who bow and prostrate.

And proclaim to the people the Hajj [pilgrimage]; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass -

That they may witness benefits for themselves and mention the name of Allah on known days over what He has provided for them of [sacrificial] animals. So eat of them and feed the miserable and poor.

Then let them end their untidiness and fulfill their vows and perform Tawaf around the ancient House.

That [has been commanded], and whoever honors the sacred ordinances of Allah - it is best for him in the sight of his Lord. And permitted to you are the grazing livestock, except what is recited to you. So avoid the uncleanliness of idols and avoid false statement."

In summary, the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and the rebuilding of the Kaaba is mentioned in several verses in the Quran. According to the story, Allah commanded Prophet Ibrahim to rebuild the Kaaba, the sacred house of worship in Mecca. Prophet Ibrahim, along with his son Prophet Ismail, carried out the task, and Allah blessed them with a great reward. The Kaaba became a central place of worship for Muslims, and they continue to perform the pilgrimage to it during the annual Hajj.

 

The story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his wife Hajar in the desert - in the Quran

The story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his wife Hajar in the desert is mentioned in the Quran in several verses, including Surah Al-Baqarah, verses 124-131.

According to the story, Prophet Ibrahim was commanded by Allah to take his wife Hajar and their infant son Isma'il to a deserted valley in the land of Makkah (Mecca). Ibrahim left Hajar and Isma'il there with only a small amount of food and water.

In the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his wife Hajar in the desert, it is said that Allah commanded Prophet Ibrahim to leave his wife Hajar and their infant son Isma'il in the barren desert valley of Makkah. Ibrahim obediently followed Allah's command, left wife Hajar and son Isma'il to that deserted valley.

As the days passed, the water and dates began to run out, and Hajar became increasingly desperate. She began running back and forth between two hills, Safa and Marwah, in search of help or water. Some scholars believe that this running between the hills of Safa and Marwah is the origin of the ritual of Sa'i that is performed during the Hajj pilgrimage.

As Hajar was running between the hills for the seventh time, the angel Jibril (Gabriel) appeared to her and struck the ground with his wing, causing water to gush forth from the earth. Hajar and Isma'il were saved from thirst and starvation by this miracle, and the well that was created by Jibril's strike became known as the Zamzam Well.

Prophet Ibrahim later returned to the valley and built the Kaaba, a sacred house of worship, with the help of his son Isma'il. The Kaaba became the center of Islamic worship and pilgrimage, and the story of Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il continues to inspire Muslims around the world to this day.

The story of Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il is considered a powerful example of faith, sacrifice, and trust in Allah. Muslims believe that by performing the Hajj pilgrimage, they are following in the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim and his family, and are renewing their commitment to faith and obedience to Allah.

Prophet Ibrahim later returned to the valley and built the Kaaba, a sacred house of worship for Muslims, with the help of his son Isma'il. The story of Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il is considered a symbol of devotion, sacrifice, and trust in Allah. Muslims around the world continue to perform the Hajj pilgrimage to Makkah each year, following in the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim, his wife Hajar, and their son Isma'il.

The story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his wife Hajar in the desert is mentioned in several verses of the Quran. The main references to this story can be found in Surah Al-Baqarah, verses 124-131. However, other verses in the Quran also mention Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il, and their story is further elaborated upon in the hadith (oral traditions and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad).

Surah Al-Baqarah, verses 124-131:

"We have given you, [O Muhammad], a grand triumph. (124)

So pray to your Lord and sacrifice to Him alone. (125)

Indeed, your enemy is the one cut off. (126)

He who hates you is the one who will be cut off. (127)

When the servant of Allah stood up supplicating Him - they almost became close together [in rows] to him. (128)

Say, "I only invoke my Lord and do not associate with Him anyone." (129)

Say, "Indeed, I do not possess for you the power of harm or right direction." (130)

Say, "Indeed, there will never protect me from Allah anyone [if I should disobey], nor will I find in other than Him a refuge. (131)"

One example of how the story of Prophet Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il is celebrated in the Islamic world is through the Hajj pilgrimage, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. During the Hajj, Muslims retrace the steps of Prophet Ibrahim, who is considered the father of monotheism and the epitome of submission to God's will, by performing various rituals, including walking between the hills of Safa and Marwah, just as Hajar did. The pilgrims also visit and perform rituals at the Kaaba, which was built by Prophet Ibrahim and his son Isma'il as a house of worship for Allah.

Additionally, Muslims celebrate the story of Prophet Ibrahim, Hajar, and Isma'il during the festival of Eid al-Adha, which commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim.

The story of the angels recording the deeds of humans - in the Quran

In Islamic belief, the story of angels recording the deeds of humans is based on various verses of the Quran. According to Islamic tradition, Allah has appointed two angels, known as Kiraman Katibin, to record every deed a person does throughout their life. These angels sit on the right and left shoulders of a person, and they record every good or bad action, word, and thought that the person does.

The Quran mentions the concept of these recording angels in several verses. For example, in Chapter 50, Verse 16, the Quran says, "And We have already created man and know what his soul whispers to him, and We are closer to him than [his] jugular vein." This verse suggests that Allah is aware of every thought that a person has, including their innermost desires and intentions.

In Chapter 82, Verses 10-12, the Quran says, "But verily, over you (are appointed angels in charge of mankind) to watch you, Kiraman (honourable) Katibin, writing down (your deeds), they know all that you do." These verses emphasize the role of the recording angels in monitoring and recording a person's actions.

The belief in the recording angels serves as a reminder to Muslims that their actions are being watched and recorded, and that they will be accountable for their deeds in the afterlife. It also emphasizes the importance of striving to do good and avoid evil, as every action will be accounted for in the afterlife.

There is no specific number of verses that mention the story of angels recording the deeds of humans in the Quran, as the concept is mentioned in various places throughout the scripture. However, the general idea of angels being appointed by Allah to watch over and record human deeds is referenced in several verses of the Quran, including but not limited to:

Surah Al-An'am, verse 61: "And He is the subjugator over His servants, and He sends over you guardian-angels until, when death comes to one of you, Our messengers take him, and they do not fail [in their duties]."

Surah Al-Infitar, verses 10-12: "And [for] every person We have imposed his fate upon his neck, and We will produce for him on the Day of Resurrection a record which he will encounter spread open. [It will be said], "Read your record. Sufficient is yourself against you this Day as accountant.""

Surah Al-Kahf, verse 49: "And the record [of deeds] will be placed [open], and you will see the criminals fearful of that within it, and they will say, "Oh, woe to us! What is this book that leaves nothing small or great except that it has enumerated it?" And they will find what they did present [before them]. And your Lord does injustice to no one."

These verses and others like them emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the importance of good deeds as they will be accounted for in the afterlife.

Surah Qaf, verse 18: "And We have already created man and know what his soul whispers to him, and We are closer to him than [his] jugular vein."

Surah Al-Hajj, verse 10: "That is because Allah is the Truth, and because He gives life to the dead, and because He is over all things competent, And [that they may know] that the Hour is coming - no doubt about it - and that Allah will resurrect those in the graves."

Surah Al-Muddaththir, verses 10-12: "And [during] the night, then also prostrate to Him; and exalt Him a long [part of the] night. Indeed, these [disbelievers] love the immediate and leave behind them a grave Day."

Surah Al-Hujurat, verse 18: "Indeed, Allah knows the unseen [aspects] of the heavens and the earth. And Allah is Seeing of what you do."

These verses and others like them emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the importance of living a righteous life, as Allah is aware of every deed a person does, whether it is good or bad.

Surah Al-An'am, verse 93: "And who is more unjust than one who invents a lie about Allah or says, "It has been inspired to me," while nothing has been inspired to him, and one who says, "I will reveal [something] like what Allah revealed." And if you could but see when the wrongdoers are in the overwhelming pangs of death while the angels extend their hands, [saying], "Discharge your souls! Today you will be awarded the punishment of [extreme] humiliation for what you used to say untruthfully about Allah, and [that] you were, toward His verses, being arrogant."

Surah Al-Qamar, verses 48-50: "Indeed, We have eased the Qur'an in your tongue that they might be reminded. So watch, [O Muhammad]; indeed, they are watching [for your end]."

Surah Al-A'la, verses 15-17: "No! If he does not desist, We will surely drag him by the forelock - A lying, sinning forelock. Then let him call his associates; We will call the angels of Hell."

These verses and others like them emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the importance of being truthful and living a righteous life, as Allah is aware of every deed a person does, and they will be held accountable for their actions in the afterlife.

Surah Al-Isra, verse 14: "And We have made [each] man's [deeds] in his neck, and We will produce for him on the Day of Resurrection a record which he will encounter spread open."

Surah Al-Zilzal, verses 7-8: "So whoever does an atom's weight of good will see it, And whoever does an atom's weight of evil will see it."

Surah Al-Haqqah, verses 17-19: "And what can make you know what the Day of Recompense is? Then, what can make you know what the Day of Recompense is? It is the Day when a soul will not possess for another soul [power to do] a thing; and the command, that Day, is [entirely] with Allah."

These verses, along with others already mentioned, emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the idea that every deed a person does, whether good or bad, is recorded and will be presented to them on the Day of Judgment.

Surah Al-Kahf, verse 49: "And the record [of deeds] will be placed [open], and you will see the criminals fearful of that within it, and they will say, "Oh, woe to us! What is this book that leaves nothing small or great except that it has enumerated it?" And they will find what they did present [before them]. And your Lord does injustice to no one."

Surah Al-Furqan, verse 29: "He [Allah] will say, "Enter among nations which had passed on before you of jinn and mankind into the Fire." Every time a nation enters, it will curse its sister until, when they have all overtaken one another therein, the last of them will say about the first of them, "Our Lord, these had misled us, so give them a double punishment of the Fire. He will say, "For each is double, but you do not know."

Surah Al-Infitar, verses 5-10: "O mankind, indeed you are laboring toward your Lord with [great] exertion and will meet it. Then as for he who is given his record in his right hand, He will be judged with an easy account and return to his people in happiness. But as for he who is given his record behind his back, He will cry out for destruction and [enter to] burn in a Blaze. Indeed, he had [once] been among his people in happiness."

These verses, along with others already mentioned, emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the idea that every person will be held accountable for their deeds on the Day of Judgment. It is important for individuals to strive to do good deeds and avoid committing sins, knowing that their actions are being recorded by the angels.

Surah Al-Hujurat, verse 18: "Indeed, Allah knows the unseen [aspects] of the heavens and the earth. And Allah is Seeing of what you do."

Surah Al-Qamar, verse 52: "Indeed, the Day of Judgment is an appointed time - the Day when the horn is blown and you will come forth in multitudes and the heaven is opened and will become gateways and the mountains are moved and will be [but] a mirage."

Surah Al-Insan, verse 10: "Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds - for them will be gardens beneath which rivers flow. That is the great attainment."

These verses, along with others already mentioned, emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the idea that every person will be held accountable for their deeds on the Day of Judgment. It is important for individuals to strive to do good deeds and avoid committing sins, knowing that their actions are being recorded by the angels.

Surah Al-An'am, verse 94: "And when you see them, their forms please you, and if they speak, you listen to their speech. [They are] as if they were pieces of wood propped up - they think that every shout is against them. They are the enemy, so beware of them. May Allah destroy them; how are they deluded?"

Surah Al-Nahl, verse 61: "And if Allah were to impose blame on the people for their wrongdoing, He would not have left upon the earth any creature, but He defers them for a specified term. And when their time comes, they will not remain behind an hour, nor will they precede [it]."

Surah Al-Anfal, verse 30: "And [remember, O Muhammad], when those who disbelieved plotted against you to restrain you or kill you or evict you [from Makkah]. But they plan, and Allah plans. And Allah is the best of planners."

These verses, along with others already mentioned, emphasize the belief in the recording angels and the idea that every person will be held accountable for their deeds on the Day of Judgment. It is important for individuals to strive to do good deeds and avoid committing sins, knowing that their actions are being recorded by the angels.

In summary, the Quran teaches that every person has two angels who record their good and bad deeds throughout their lives. These angels are known as Kiraman Katibin, or the "honorable scribes." The concept of recording angels is mentioned in several verses of the Quran, including Surah Al-Infitar, Surah Al-Kahf, Surah Al-Takwir, and Surah Al-Zalzalah. The belief in recording angels serves as a reminder for individuals to be mindful of their actions, as they will be held accountable for them on the Day of Judgment. The Quran emphasizes the importance of doing good deeds and avoiding sins, as these actions will be recorded and will determine a person's fate in the afterlife.

The story of the angels' questioning in the grave - in the Quran

The story of the angels' questioning in the grave is a belief in Islamic tradition, and it is based on various hadiths (sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad). It is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran, but it is widely accepted by Muslims as part of their faith.

According to the belief, after a person dies, they are questioned by two angels in their grave. The angels are called Munkar and Nakir, and they ask the deceased person three questions:

1. Who is your Lord?

2. What is your religion?

3. Who is your Prophet?

These questions are intended to test the person's faith and to determine whether they lived according to Islamic principles. The belief is that those who answer correctly and truthfully will be blessed with a peaceful and comfortable stay in their graves, while those who do not will experience punishment and discomfort.

It is important to note that the questioning in the grave is not meant to be a substitute for a person's overall behavior and character. Muslims believe that good deeds and righteous behavior are also important factors in determining a person's fate in the afterlife.

The belief in the angels' questioning in the grave serves as a reminder to Muslims of the importance of staying true to their faith and living a righteous life. It is also a source of comfort and hope, as it emphasizes the idea that Allah is merciful and forgiving, and that even after death, there is an opportunity for redemption and forgiveness.

The story of the angels' questioning in the grave is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran, and therefore there are no specific verses that mention it. This belief is based on various hadiths (sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad) and the interpretation of Islamic scholars.

However, the Quran does mention the concept of the afterlife and the judgment that will take place after death. 

For example, in Chapter 23, verses 99-100, the Quran says, "Until, when death comes to one of them, he says, 'My Lord, send me back that I might do righteousness in that which I left behind.' No! It is only a word he is saying; and behind them is a barrier until the Day they are resurrected."

The Quran also emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life and following God's commandments, as this will determine a person's fate in the afterlife. 

In Chapter 99, verses 7-8, the Quran says, "So whoever does an atom's weight of good will see it, and whoever does an atom's weight of evil will see it." 

These verses suggest that every action a person takes in life will be accounted for in the afterlife.

Overall, while the story of the angels' questioning in the grave is not explicitly mentioned in the Quran, the Quran does provide guidance on the concept of the afterlife and the importance of living a righteous life. However, in Islamic tradition, the belief in the angels' questioning in the grave is based on various hadiths (sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)) that have been transmitted through oral and written traditions. These hadiths come from the collection of Sahih Bukhari and other Hadith sources.