Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) in the Quran

Even as a youth, he observed the stars, moon, and sun, concluding that they could not be gods because they set. This intellectual journey led him to affirm the existence of the One Creator.

"And thus did We show Abraham the realm of the heavens and the earth that he would be among the certain in faith." (Quran 6:75)

Ibrahim (AS) used logical arguments to denounce their false gods. When they refused to listen, he famously broke their idols, leaving the largest one intact to prove his point.

"Indeed, there has been for you a good example in Abraham and those with him, when they said to their people, 'Indeed, we are disassociated from you and from whatever you worship other than Allah. We have denied you, and there has appeared between us and you animosity and hatred forever until you believe in Allah alone.'" (Quran 60:4)

This was a great trial of his faith. Allah commanded the fire to be "coolness and safety" for Ibrahim (AS), demonstrating His absolute power and protection over His chosen servants.

"They said, 'Burn him and support your gods, if you are to act.' We said, 'O fire, be coolness and safety upon Abraham!'" (Quran 21:68-69)

He migrated with his wife Sarah and nephew Lut (Lot) to the blessed land of Sham (Syria/Palestine), demonstrating his willingness to leave everything for the sake of Allah.

"And We delivered him and Lot to the land which We had blessed for the worlds." (Quran 21:71)

Isma'il was born to Hajar, and Ishaq to Sarah, both as miracles from Allah. From their lineages came many prophets, including Muhammad (PBUH) from Isma'il's line and Musa (Moses) and Isa (Jesus) from Ishaq's line.

"And We gave him Isaac and Jacob, and placed in his offspring prophethood and scripture." (Quran 29:27)
"And We gave him good tidings of Isaac, a prophet from among the righteous." (Quran 37:112)

Both father and son submitted willingly to Allah's command, demonstrating unparalleled obedience and trust in divine wisdom. This act of submission is commemorated annually by Muslims during Eid al-Adha.

"And when he reached with him [the age of] exertion, he said, 'O my son, indeed I have seen in a dream that I [must] sacrifice you; so see what you think.' He said, 'O my father, do as you are commanded. You will find me, if Allah wills, of the steadfast.'" (Quran 37:102)

This showed that the test was not about actually shedding blood, but about the sincerity of their submission. It was a demonstration of complete devotion and trust in Allah's wisdom.

"And We ransomed him with a great sacrifice." (Quran 37:107)

This sacred structure became the Qibla (direction of prayer) for Muslims worldwide and the central point for Hajj (pilgrimage). They prayed for its acceptance and for a messenger to be raised from their progeny.

"And [mention] when Abraham was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ishmael, [saying], 'Our Lord, accept from us. Indeed, You are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.'" (Quran 2:127)

This call continues to resonate, drawing millions of Muslims annually to Makkah to perform the rituals established by Prophet Ibrahim (AS).

"And proclaim to the people the Hajj; they will come to you on foot and on every lean camel; they will come from every distant pass." (Quran 22:27)

This title signifies the highest degree of love and closeness to Allah, earned through his unwavering faith and willingness to sacrifice everything for Him.

"And who is better in religion than one who submits his face to Allah while being a doer of good and follows the religion of Abraham, inclining toward truth? And Allah took Abraham as an intimate friend." (Quran 4:125)

Both the Israelite prophets (through Ishaq) and the Arab prophets (through Isma'il, culminating in Prophet Muhammad) trace their lineage back to Ibrahim (AS), making him a central figure for billions worldwide.

"Indeed, We have sent down to you a Book in truth, as We sent it down to Noah and the prophets after him. And We sent down to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, and the Tribes, and Jesus, Job, Jonah, Aaron, and Solomon, and to David We gave the book [of Psalms]." (Quran 4:163)