Page 47 - The Prophet Abraham (pbuh)

Harun Yahya - Adnan Oktar

proud of his wealth and chattel, he was, in fact, denying Allah.
Because of his pride, he rejected to see Allah's might and pow-
er over the universe.
After informing Nimrod of Allah's existence and oneness,
this unbeliever who grew arrogant against Allah, irrationally

enters into debate with the Prophet Abraham (pbuh) and he
makes a most wise and rational statement by the inspiration of
Allah:
"Allah makes the Sun come from the East. Make it come
from the West." And the disbeliever [Nimrod] was dumb-
founded. Allah does not guide wrongdoing people. (Surat
al-Baqara: 258)

All prophets have always employed wise and rational ar-
guments, such as the example given above. Allah has enabled
those believers who spread His message to do so most effec-
tively, thus refuting the unbelievers' mistaken worldview. Such
arguments always leave unbelievers, who believe themselves
to be on the right path and who trust in their wealth, power,
and idols, unable to mount a serious defense of their belief sys-
tems. Therefore, they are always condemned to be defeated
and at a loss for words.

Another important wisdom in the Prophet Abraham's
(pbuh) response as seen in the verses is his honesty and natu-
ralness. A sincere and honest explanation always influences
peoples' hearts and consciences. Allah's existence is evident,
and the believer's explanation of this manifest truth from the
heart always touches other people. But even if they are so in-
fluenced, some unbelievers persist in their unbelief. Such peo-

ple, who generally are far removed from religion, unwisely
grow proud out of the belief that their wealth, attractiveness, or
status are the results of their own efforts. They unjustly regard

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