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Hazrat Ibrahim (AS), also known as Abraham in other monotheistic religions, is a prophet in Islam who is considered the father of monotheism. 

Early life

• Born in the ancient city of Ur of the Chaldees, which is likely present-day Iraq 
  

• His father, Azar, was an idol maker 
  

• Ibrahim questioned the idols his father made and eventually destroyed them 
  

Journey to Allah 

• Heard a voice from Allah commanding him to submit and become a Muslim
  

• Was filled with great peace after receiving this command
  

The story of the sacrifice

• God commanded Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, Ismail 
  

• Ibrahim was deeply disturbed by the dreams and confided in Ismail 
  

• Ismail comforted his father and encouraged him to follow Allah's commands 
  

• Ibrahim blindfolded himself and carried out the slaughter on Mount Arafat 
  

• When he removed his blindfold, he saw that Ismail was safe beside him, and a ram was in place of Ismail 
  

Legacy 

• Considered one of the greatest men in history
  

• Mentioned in all three Holy books