Ring of the Supreme Authority

In Arabic, Iblis or Iblees originates from the root balasa, translating to “despaired”. Known alternatively as Al-Shaytan, a term across various languages such as Syriac and Greek that conveys the notion of an “adversary” or “enemy”, this powerful being also goes by the title Abu Al-Murrah, meaning “Father of Bitterness”. Iblis emerged from a lineage that started with Aba Al-Jann (The Father of All Jinn), setting the foundation for the jinn species. His refusal to show respect to Adam – the first human distinguishes him as a jinn. Iblees or Shaytan as it is called in Islam is considered the equivalent of the Devil. He is the ruler of all underworld and demonic jinn or shayateen (devils). Iblis is viewed as a demonic figure or a fallen jinn, whose primary task is to influence humans to commit evil. Shaytan and his minions are often called “whisperers” for they whisper into the hearts of humans. According to an old hadith narrated by Muslim scholars, his real name was Azazil/Azazeel. Before Adam came into existence, the Almighty had already created the jinn from smokeless flames, sculpted angels out of radiant light, and would soon mold humanity from earthly clay. Divine creation was distinct, comprising three separate groups: the celestial angels, the mysterious jinn, and eventually the human race. In the old times, the jinn tribes and families flourished under royal lineage, dwelling harmoniously on earth. Over the course of time, harmony was shattered as the jinn rebelled against the Creator, leading to widespread violence among themselves. Prophets were sent to steer them back towards the path of righteousness, yet their words often fell on deaf ears, and many met a harsh end. The tipping point arrived when insurgent jinn took the life...