Ibrahim is a prophet in Islam who prayed for the safety of Mecca, is described as a devout leader who rejected idolatry, is called a close friend of Allah, and endured a trial by fire.
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Prayer for Mecca
Ibrahim asked Allah to make the city of Mecca secure and to keep his family away from idol worship.1
Devotion and obedience
The Qur’an describes Ibrahim as forbearing, grieving, and constantly returning to Allah.2He is presented as a comprehensive leader who obeyed Allah fully and did not associate partners with Him.3
Friendship with Allah
In another narration the Prophet declared Ibrahim to be Allah’s friend and prophet, and sanctified Mecca through him.4
Trial by fire
When Ibrahim was thrown into the fire, Allah made the fire cool for him and saved him.5,6Abraham’s last words in the fire were: “Allah is sufficient for us and He is the best disposer of affairs.”7