Intro: Story of Prophet Adam (A.S.) is not only about creation — it is a timeless lesson on humility, choice, repentance, and the infinite mercy of Allah. In his story we find hope for every human who errs and seeks forgiveness.
Creation, Trust, and the Test
Allah created Adam (A.S.) from clay and breathed into him His spirit, honouring him with knowledge and a special status among creation. Angels were commanded to prostrate to Adam in respect for what Allah had taught him (Qur’an: 2:30–34; 7:11–12). Iblis (Satan) refused out of pride and disobedience, becoming an enemy to humanity. 📜 Hadith References for Story of Prophet Adam (A.S.)1. On Creation and the Diversity of Mankind (The First Human)This Hadith explains the origin of all human races from the varied material used in Adam’s creation.The Hadith:The Messenger of Allah ($\text{ﷺ}$) said: “Indeed Allah Most High created Adam from a handful that He took from all of the earth. So the children of Adam come in according with the earth, some of them come red, and white and black, and between that, and the thin, the thick, the filthy, and the clea1n.”Reference:Jami’ at-Tirmidhi: Hadith 2955 (Sahih)
From the Garden to Earth — Story of Prophet Adam (A.S.) — The First Human and His Repentance
Adam and his wife were placed in the garden with the simple command not to approach a certain tree. Tempted by Satan, they disobeyed and ate from it. The result was being sent down to earth — not as permanent ruin, but as the beginning of human life, responsibility, and choice (Qur’an: 2:36–39; 7:23).
Repentance and Divine Mercy
The beautiful turning point Story of Prophet Adam (A.S.) is their sincere repentance. Adam and his wife raised a heartfelt supplication: رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ — “Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves; if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.” (Qur’an 7:23). Allah accepted their repentance and taught them words of guidance. This shows that when we turn back sincerely, Allah’s mercy is near. The Hadith:Anas ibn Malik reported: The Prophet ($\text{ﷺ}$) said, “All of the children of Adam are sinners, and the best sinners are those who repent.”Reference:Sunan Ibn Majah: Hadith 4251 (Hasan)Also found in Jami’ at-Tirmidhi (Hadith 2499) and Musnad Ahmad.
Lessons for Today from Story of Prophet Adam (A.S.)
- Everyone makes mistakes: Being human means erring — but the door of repentance is always open.
- Knowledge and humility: Allah honoured Adam with knowledge; true honour comes with humility and obedience, not pride.
- Repentance is powerful: Sincere dua and turning to Allah brings forgiveness and a fresh start.
🕋 Quranic Verse on Adam’s Repentance
The words that Adam $\text{(A.S.)}$ and Hawwa ($\text{A.S.}$) used to seek forgiveness are recorded in the Quran. These are the “Words” mentioned in Surah Al-Baqarah that Allah taught them.The Verse (Arabic):$$\text{قَالَا رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ}$$The Translation:”They said, ‘Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.'”Reference:Surah Al-A’raf (The Heights), Ayah 23 (7:23)
Reflection
When you feel weighed by past mistakes, remember Adam (A.S.) — he made the first mistake and then sought Allah’s forgiveness, becoming the father of humanity with a renewed relationship with his Lord. Your story can follow the same arc of mistake → sincere repentance → mercy.
Dua for Repentance (from the Qur’an)
Arabic: رَبَّنَا ظَلَمْنَا أَنفُسَنَا وَإِن لَّمْ تَغْفِرْ لَنَا وَتَرْحَمْنَا لَنَكُونَنَّ مِنَ الْخَاسِرِينَ
Transliteration: Rabbana thalamna anfusana wa in lam taghfir lana wa tarhamna lanakunanna minal-khasireen.
Meaning: “Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves; if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.” (Qur’an 7:23)
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