Abraham – God’s Beloved Friend (4:125)
Quran Talk Blog · Article · August 17, 2015
Abraham: Original Messenger of Islam*
4:125 Who is better guided in his religion than one who submits totally to GOD, leads a righteous life, according to the creed of Abraham: monotheism? GOD has chosen Abraham as a beloved friend.
*4:125 All messengers since Adam have preached one and the same religion. Abraham was the original messenger of the creed named “Islam” (22:78, Appendix 26). “Islam” is not a name, but rather a description meaning “Submission.”
What does it mean that Abraham was God’s beloved friend?
Abraham had 100% devotion to God alone as he was never an idol worshiper. Abraham was willing to kill his own son in the cause of God (even though it was the devil who tried to trick him). This shows the level of devotion Abraham had for God.
3:68 The people most worthy of Abraham are those who followed him, and this prophet, and those who believe. GOD is the Lord and Master of the believers.