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What is the wisdom behind the creation of angels? Were they created for pleasure or for trial? Did Allah know the end of Iblis when He created him? And was Allah incapable of creating him guided?

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One must believe in the names, attributes, and actions of Allah. Allah creates nothing except with wisdom, and He may conceal some wisdom from His servants as a test for them. Allah created the angels without desire, honored, and their obedience to Allah is absolute. As for humans and jinn, intellect and desires were instilled in them, and they are subject to trials, reward, and punishment.

The functions of angels are summarized in three categories: 1. Worshipping Allah, glorifying Him, and exalting Him. 2. Carrying out Allah's command in creation and sovereignty, such as bearing the Throne, conveying revelation, and being guardians of Paradise and Hell. 3. Carrying out matters concerning humans, such as guarding them, recording their deeds, and seizing their souls.

Indeed, Allah knows everything, including the end and future of Iblis, and this is part of His perfect power and knowledge. Allah was not unable to create Iblis upon guidance; rather, His wisdom and power necessitated the creation of different types: angels who are always obedient, devils who are always disobedient, and human beings who combine obedience and disobedience. All creatures are under Allah's authority, and His wisdom necessitates this diversity. Guidance through clear explanation and admonition has reached every astray person, and the proof has been established against them, yet they chose misguidance. It is recommended to seek religious knowledge, memorize the Quran, and frequently remember Allah to avoid the whisperings of Satan.

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