1. In heaven Allah swt (God) created a creature named Adam.
2. In beautiful heaven God ordered the angels and demons to bow down.
3. Angels bow down to Adam.
4. Satan did not want to bow down to Adam
5. God asked Satan why he would not bow down
6. Satan said he was better than Adam
7. Then the devil was expelled from beautiful heaven

the devil's arrogance

A radiant light representing Allah swt, surrounded by curious and excited angels with wings, and Nabi Adam standing in the heavenly realm.

Once upon a time, in the beautiful realm of heaven, Allah swt created a new being named Adam. Adam was special and different from all other creatures. He was given knowledge and wisdom. Allah swt loved Adam very much. The angels were curious and excited about this new creation.

The Creation of Adam

A bright light representing Allah swt with obedient angels bowing down, and Iblis standing defiantly with a frown.

One day, Allah swt gathered all the angels and Iblis, the devil. Allah swt asked them to bow down to Adam as a sign of respect. The angels, full of obedience and love, bowed down immediately. They were happy to follow Allah's command. But Iblis stood still, refusing to bow.

A Special Request

Joyful angels shining as they bow down to Nabi Adam, who stands feeling the warmth of their kindness.

The angels were shining with joy as they bowed down to Adam. They knew it was important to listen to Allah swt. They felt honored to be part of this special moment. Each angel showed their respect with grace. Adam felt the warmth of their kindness.

Angels Obey

Iblis standing with pride and arrogance, surrounded by surprised angels in the heavenly realm.

Iblis, however, was not happy. He refused to bow down to Adam. He stood with pride and arrogance. His heart was filled with envy and anger. The angels were surprised by Iblis's behavior.

Iblis Refuses

Allah swt as a bright light speaking gently to defiant Iblis, with silent angels observing the exchange.

Allah swt turned to Iblis and asked why he would not bow down. "Why do you refuse to follow my command?" Allah swt asked gently. Iblis looked up with defiance. His pride was too great to hide. The angels watched in silence, waiting for his answer.

Allah's Question

Iblis with a prideful expression, speaking arrogantly about being made from fire, with angels looking on.

Iblis replied, "I am better than Adam. I was created from fire, while he was made from clay." His words were full of arrogance and pride. He could not see the beauty in Adam's creation. Allah swt listened patiently to Iblis's words.

Iblis's Arrogance

A bright light expressing disappointment, casting Iblis out of heaven, with sad angels witnessing the event.

Allah swt was disappointed with Iblis's arrogance. "You have chosen pride over obedience," Allah swt said. "You will no longer be welcome in heaven." With those words, Iblis was cast out of the beautiful realm. The angels felt sad for Iblis's choice.

The Consequence

A reflective scene with angels serving joyfully, Nabi Adam with knowledge, and a memory of Iblis's tale as a warning.

The story of Iblis and Adam became a lesson for all. It taught the importance of humility and obedience. The angels continued to serve with joy and love. Adam lived with the knowledge given to him by Allah swt. And Iblis's tale was remembered as a warning against arrogance.