The Prophet Idris's Story

The narrative of Prophet Idris AS, including his healings, teachings, and role models

Prophet Idris Alaihis Salam (AS) is a prophet and messenger of Allah SWT. Because of his knowledge, he is greatly honored. Allah SWT bestowed various intelligences onto him. Prophet Idris AS's intelligence stemmed from his early love and diligence for learning. Let's examine Prophet Idris AS's life narrative below.

The Prophet Idris AS's Story According to Ariany Syurfah and M. Hum M's e-book Amazing Exemplary Stories of 25 Prophets, Prophet Idris was born in Babylon, which is the region between two rivers. 'Babil' signifies river in Syriac.

Akhnukh (Enoch) is the true name of Prophet Idris AS. Because of his extensive study of the writings and mushaf of the Prophets Adam AS and Syits, he was given the name Idris. The Arabic word "dars" (which implies learning, teaching; revelation from God) is where the term "idris" originates.

Prophet Idris received 30 Suhuf, according to Woro Lestari and the Gema Insani Team's e-book 25 Stories of Prophets & Apostles. Prophet Idris received thirty pages from the holy book from Allah SWT, which contained instructions and guidance for him to pass on to his people.

Prophet Idris once encountered Angel Izrail, also known as the angel of death. He begged to see heaven and hell from the angel.

Prophet Idris AS was allowed entry to heaven and hell with permission from Allah.

Prophet Idris AS desired to remain in heaven after viewing it and did not want to depart. Because of Prophet Idris's charity and piety, Allah decided to take his life and give him eternal life in heaven.

Journey of Prophet Idris AS Preaching

The Bani Qabil were the people of Prophet Idris. The people were Qabil's descendants, and their religion was fire, not Allah.

Prophet Idris AS was fiercely defending the faith of Allah SWT at that time. He was always patient in his preaching to his people.

During his ministry. Prophet Idris has always faced a number of challenges. Despite the mockery and criticism he frequently faced, his perseverance kept him in the grace of Allah SWT.

According to an excerpt from the e-book Islamic Religious Education and Character Education for Grade I Elementary School, which can be found at cendikia.kemenag.go.id, Prophet Idris AS preached for three days and worshiped Allah SWT for four days in a week.

Allah dispatched him to preach in the ancient Iraq region. Nonetheless, it is mentioned in a number of narratives that Prophet Idris was dispatched to preach in Egypt.

Additionally, Prophet Idris AS asked his followers to go to Memphis, Egypt.

The people of Prophet Idris initially turned down this invitation, claiming that Egypt was a barren land. But eventually, after being persuaded by Prophet Idris AS, his people desired to leave.

The Prophet Idris AS's Miracles Prophet Idris AS was endowed by Allah with miracles and intellectual prowess in a multitude of subjects. This is the explanation that follows.

1. The earliest person to learn to read and write

The first person to be proficient in reading and writing with a kalam (pen) was Prophet Idris AS. He was also a multilingual person.

2. Acquiring Proficiency in Multiple Sciences

Astronomy, mathematics, architecture, and the natural sciences are only a some of the sciences that Prophet Idris AS was proficient in.

Prophet Idris AS was renowned for being the first person to sew clothing in addition to being able to read and write. He had the ability to design, cut, and sew fabric into garments.

Animal skins were then utilized by humans to hide their genitalia.

The Understanding and Model of Prophet Idris AS

We can learn a lot of moral lessons and excellent behaviors from Prophet Idris AS's life story, such as:

1. Possessing the Will to Learn in a Range of Sciences

Prophet Idris AS was said to possess a wealth of knowledge and skills earlier. Prophet Idris AS was also given the ability to ride horses and care for cattle by Allah.

2. Modest

Prophet Idris AS cherished the truth and was never conceited. The explanation for this is that he had a noble and good heart.

Chapters 56–57 of Surah Maryam in the Quran describe Prophet Idris AS's cunning, knowledge, perseverance, and love for the truth.

Allah declares:

وَاذۡكُرۡ فِى الۡكِتٰبِ اِدۡرِيۡسَ اِنَّهٗ كَانَ صِدِّيۡقًا نَّبِيًّا ۙ ‏ ٥٦ وَّرَفَعۡنٰهُ مَكَانًا عَلِيًّا‏ ٥٧

Ważkur fil-kitābi idrīsa innahụ kāna ṣiddīqan nabiyyā, Wa rafa'nāhu makānan 'aliyyā.

Meaning:

And tell (O Muhammad to them), the story of Idris in the Book (Al-Quran). Indeed, he was a man who loved the truth and was a prophet, and we have raised him to high dignity. (QS. Maryam: 56-67) Even though he is a prophet and apostle before Allah SWT, Prophet Idris is always diligent in worship, prayer, always patient, and always respects others.

He likes to bow down, prostrate, and can even cry when he hears or has the verses of Allah SWT read to him.

3. Persistent, Courageous and Patient

Apart from being intelligent and clever, Prophet Idris was known to have great courage. He often achieved victory in war and was not even afraid of death.

Therefore, Prophet Idris was given the title Asadul Asad (lion of all lions)

Prophet Idris encouraged his people to pray, donate alms, and fast consistently during his sermons by being patient and enthusiastic.

Verses 85–86 of Surah Al-Anbiya in the Qur'an state:

{وَإِسْمَاعِيلَ وَإِدْرِيسَ وَذَا الْكِفْلِ كُلٌّ مِنَ الصَّابِرِينَ, وَأَدْخَلْنَاهُمْ فِي رَحْمَتِنَا إِنَّهُمْ مِنَ الصَّالِحِينَ

Wa ismā'īla wa idrīsa wa żal-kifl, kullum minaṣ-ṣābirīn, Wa adkhalnāhum fī raḥmatinā, innahum minaṣ-ṣāliḥī

It means:

And (remember the story) Ismail, Idris, and Zulkifli. All of them are patient people. We have included them in Our mercy. Indeed, they are among the pious people. (QS. Al-Anbiya: 85-86).

4. Take Firm Action Prophet Idris AS is known to be patient, yet he also enjoys taking decisive action. Particularly to unjust and infidel people.

Actually, pious, wise, tenacious, and modest followers of Allah SWT are greatly loved by him. Thus, in order to educate his people the truth, Allah SWT designated Prophet Idris as a prophet and apostle.

Wonders Throughout Prophet Idris's Entire Story He was bestowed with supernatural gifts and marvels all of his life. In the tale of Nabis Idris, the ensuing is an extremely comprehensive miracle.

1. Acquiring thirty Sahifahs. Prophet Idris received thirty pieces of Sahifahs from Allah SWT, which contained directives for him to deliver to his people—that is, the descendants of Qabil who were disobedient at the time.

Allah SWT designated Prophet Idris to combat evil and unbelief and to call all of his people to worship Allah SWT as the Only God.

The revelations revealed by Allah SWT's prophets and apostles, which were gathered and documented on paper, camel skin, and other materials, can be understood as this Sahifah.

2. According to QS. Maryam verses 56–57, Prophet Idris was a prophet of great dignity, indicating that his level is high.

Aside from his fame as a holy prophet, Prophet Idris holds a prominent position, and Allah SWT assigned him to that group.

3. The Initially Written and Read Prophet

Prophet Idris's second miracle was that he was gifted with the ability to read and write because he was the first to get it.

Prophet Idris always instructed the community in writing, even in his own time. As a result of that instruction, works that subsequently assisted historians in learning about living in the past were produced.

4. The First Prophet to Comprehend Architecture and Astrology

Prophet Idris was gifted not just in reading and writing but also in the Science of Falaq (stars), or astronomy. The natural occurrences that Prophet Idris continually observed were manifestations or indications of Allah SWT's magnificence.

In addition, he was credited with being the first person in political science history to be aware of city development plans.

5. Journey to See Heaven and Hell

Once upon a time, Angel Izroil and Prophet Idris were praying together. Prophet Idris again made a special request.

Prophet Idris enquired, "Can you take me to see the beauty of heaven and the terrible fire of hell, O Angel Izroil?"

"O Prophet of Allah, once again your request is truly strange," answered Angel Izroil. Why did you make that request? You begged for damnation when even the angels shudder to think about it.”

In response, Prophet Idris said, "I must admit that I am terrified of Allah's wrath." After viewing hell, maybe my faith and piety will grow.

Then, Angel Izroil requested Allah's approval to transport Prophet Idris to hell. Allah granted this desire. After that, they visited hell.

Prophet Idris fainted the moment he was almost at the spot. because he saw a terrifying angel of hell as a protector. People who disobeyed Allah while they were alive were dragged and tortured by him.

It seems that Prophet Idris was unable to endure seeing these genuinely horrifying tortures. The size of hellfire was the most horrific sight he had ever seen in his life. There were horrible roars, burning fires, and other dreadful things.

If his people ever experienced that, he could not fathom it. In order to prevent any of his people from straying from Allah SWT's path and being destroyed by the flames of hell, he also desired to preach more actively.

The prophet Idris then emerged from hell, trembling and terrified. He was still plagued by visions of the hellfire and all of its tortures.

After then, Prophet Idris was carried to heaven by Angel Izroil. Prophet Idris nearly passed out there as well. But he didn't faint because he was terrified or because he saw something ominous. Conversely, he was astonished and captivated by the abundance of beauty that met his gaze.

It was rivers with glass-clear water that Prophet Idris observed. Meanwhile, there were trees with trunks made of gold and silver on the riverbanks. He also seen mansions inhabited by celestial beings.

There were trees with fruits as far as the eye could see, and the fruits were so fragrant, juicy, and fresh. When Angel Izroil was content to just stroll around, he invited Prophet Idris to come back to earth. Prophet Idris, though, did not want to return home. He wanted to stay in heaven because he was lulled.

Then Angel Izroil issued a warning. "When the end comes, you are welcome to remain here. Once Allah SWT has judged all of your acts of worship, you will be able to live in heaven alongside the prophets and other believers.

Seer Idris gave a nod. "I will continue to worship Allah until the Day of Judgment arrives."

That is the whole account of Prophet Idris, including the miracles that befell him. Children or families can make Prophet Idris an excellent role model and understand their future lives by reading this story.