The brief summary of verse 34 Surah Baqarah – Mufti Maaz Haroon

The Day the Angels Bowed

Long ago, before humans walked the earth, Allah created a special being—Adam (AS). He wasn’t just made of clay; he was filled with knowledge, wisdom, and a soul that could choose, learn, and grow.

Allah gathered the angels and said,

“Prostrate to Adam.”

The angels didn’t hesitate. They bowed down—not to worship, but to honor what Allah had created. It was a moment of awe, like the universe itself was welcoming its new student.

But one creature stood tall.

His name was Iblis. He wasn’t an angel—he was a jinn, made of smokeless fire. He had worshipped Allah for years, rising through ranks. But now, his pride whispered:

“Why should I bow to him? I’m made of fire. He’s just clay.”

He refused. He didn’t ask questions. He didn’t seek understanding. He just let arrogance take over.

Allah said:

“You have disobeyed. You are now among the disbelievers.”

That moment changed everything. Iblis was cast out, and he vowed to mislead Adam and his children forever.

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💬 Lesson for Us 

Even if you’ve done good things before, one act of arrogance can ruin your path. Respect, humility, and obedience to Allah are what truly elevate us—not what we’re made of, how smart we are, or how long we’ve worshipped.

 ~Mufti Maaz Haroon✍️