Which two angels were sent to test the Children of Israel?

Harut and Marut are the two angels mentioned in the Holy Quran who were sent as a test for the Children of Israel. Their story appears in Surah Al-Baqarah, where Allah explains that these angels were sent to Babylon and given knowledge of certain supernatural practices. However, this knowledge was not shared as a blessing but as a trial. Every time someone approached them to learn, the angels warned them clearly that the knowledge they sought was a form of trial and could lead to disbelief if misused. This reminder shows the angels’ obedience and their commitment to guiding people toward the right path, despite the nature of the test.

The purpose of sending Harut and Marut was to test the sincerity and moral strength of the people. Many individuals during that time were fascinated by magic and sought to use it for wrongful purposes. By placing this test before them, Allah exposed their intentions and separated those who obeyed His command from those who allowed curiosity and desire to lead them astray. This incident also clarified that magic is real but forbidden, harmful, and a cause of spiritual downfall when used against Allah’s guidance.