Lesson 1
Lesson 1: Adam — The 24 Prophets
Ancestor of humanity, creation & fall, beginning of grace, garment of atonement
Step 1
What does the Qur'an say?
- Surah Al-Baqarah (2:30–39)
Created from clay, taught the names, appointed as trustee (Khalifah), tempted by Satan, expulsion from Paradise, prayer of repentance.
- Surah Al-A'raf (7:11–25)
Satan's arrogance, covering shame with leaves, prayer of repentance ("Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves").
- Surah Al-A'raf (7:26)
"O children of Adam, We have provided for you clothing to cover your shame... but the clothing of righteousness (Libas ut-Taqwa) is best."
Key Roles
- The first human and prophet who received direct revelation and knowledge from God.
- Though expelled due to disobedience, he confessed his sin and sought forgiveness, receiving God's mercy.
Reflection Questions
- ◆What spiritual difference exists between the "leaf garment" Adam made to cover his shame and the "garment of righteousness" provided by God?
Quiz 1 — Qur'anic Reading
Question 1
In Surah 7:23, what is the core confession of Adam and Eve when praying for repentance before God?
Insight
This is the exact prayer of Adam and Eve in Surah 7:23. Their confession does not make excuses or rely on human effort; it humbly asks for God's forgiveness and mercy.