Traditional date, disputed
Ibrahim gently asks his father why he worships what cannot hear or see. Threatened with stoning, he answers 'Peace be upon you' and promises to pray for him.
[Abraham] said, "Peace will be upon you. I will ask forgiveness for you of my Lord. Indeed, He is ever gracious to me.
Quran 19:47
Source: Quran ·
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