Page 20 - Prayer of Prophet Ibrahim and Ismail
Page by Page - Shaykh Ahsan Hanif
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Show Notes
On Page 20 of the Qur'an, Allah recounts the moment when Prophet Ibrahim and his son Isma'il were diligently laying the foundations of the Ka'bah. They prayed to Allah, asking Him to accept their service. The heartfelt supplication included a request for submission to Allah, the formation of a righteous nation from their descendants, guidance in pilgrimage ceremonies, and acceptance of repentance.
In this powerful prayer, they sought the sending of a Messenger, a role fulfilled with the advent of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who would recite Allah's verses, impart knowledge, and purify the people.
Further, the verse concludes with Prophet Ya'qub questioning his sons about their faith after his passing, to which they unwaveringly declare their submission to the One God, Allah.
This narrative serves as a reminder of the continuity of faith and the significance of submission to Allah, drawing parallels between the past and the present.