Iblis (إبليس) is a significant figure in Islamic theology — often identified as the being who refused to bow to Adam when God (Allah) commanded the angels to do so. Because of his arrogance and disobedience, Iblis was cast out of the divine presence but granted respite until the Day of Judgment.

Here’s a concise overview:

🌙 Origin and Nature

• Creation: Iblis is described in the Qur’an as being created from fire, unlike the angels who were created from light and humans from clay.
• Status: Before his fall, Iblis was among the ranks of the angels, though he was actually a jinn (Qur’an 18:50).
• Fall: When Allah commanded all to prostrate before Adam, Iblis refused, saying: “I am better than him; You created me from fire and created him from clay.” (Qur’an 7:12)

😈 Role and Mission

• After his disobedience, Iblis became the Shayṭān (Satan) — the tempter and deceiver of mankind.
• His vow: “Because You have put me in error, I will surely sit in wait for them on Your straight path…” (Qur’an 7:16–17)
• His goal is to lead humans away from God through pride, temptation, and doubt — though he has no real power over those who are faithful and sincere.

⚖️ In Islamic Belief

• Iblis is not a fallen angel in the Christian sense, since angels in Islam cannot disobey God.
• He represents arrogance, disobedience, and rebellion — qualities believers are warned to avoid.
• On the Day of Judgment, Iblis and those who followed him will be cast into Hell (Jahannam).