What is the truth regarding the errors attributed to the prophets, especially what is circulated about Adam (peace be upon him) and Iblis's refusal to prostrate to him, as stated in the verse: "And [mention] when We said to the angels, "Prostrate to Adam," so they prostrated, except for Iblis. He refused and was arrogant and became of the disbelievers"?
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Discussion of the Prophets' errors should be confined to people of knowledge and understanding who are not feared to belittle them. The Prophets are infallible from major sins. Minor sins may occur from them, but they do not persist in them; rather, Allah alerts them to these sins, and they promptly repent from them. Allah has forgiven them. Adam's disobedience was due to Satan deceiving him and Eve, and they both repented, and Allah accepted their repentance.
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