Is "man" in Ayat al-Kursi: "Who is it that intercedes with Him except by His permission?" an interrogative of denunciation like "Is there a god with Allah?" in Surat An-Naml?
"Man" (مَن) here is an interrogative particle for negation and denial. The interrogation in the verse conveys a strong denial to anyone who claims that someone has the ability to benefit another through intercession or otherwise. This is a powerful refutation of grave worshippers. This interrogation implies a more profound meaning than what is found in verses such as: "and they do not intercede except for whom He approves," and "And how many an angel is there in the heavens whose intercession will not avail anything except after Allah has permitted [it] for whom He wills and approves," and "They will not speak except for one whom the Most Merciful has permitted." The authentic hadiths have clarified the nature of intercession, its people, and who performs it.
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