Iblis Rejects the Prostration and Falls Through Pride

The creation of Adam (peace be upon him) was not only the beginning of humanity, but also a test for the angels and for Iblis. When Allah informed the angels that He would create a human being, there was no command of prostration yet and no disobedience had appeared. But hidden feelings within hearts were already pointing to a coming divide. This story shows how a small spark of arrogance can burn down a lifetime of worship.