Who ordered that Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S.) be thrown into the fire?

The command to throw Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S.) into a blazing fire was given by Namrud, the tyrannical king who ruled during Ibrahim’s time. This event is one of the most remarkable stories in Islamic history, symbolizing unwavering faith, courage, and complete trust in Allah. Namrud was known for his arrogance and claimed divine powers, a belief strengthened by the loyalty of his people who worshipped idols and looked to him as a powerful leader. When Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S.) openly challenged idol worship and invited people toward the Oneness of Allah, Namrud felt threatened, fearing that his authority and influence would weaken.

Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S.) boldly confronted the idolatry practiced by his people, including destroying their idols to demonstrate that lifeless stones had no power. His action enraged the people, and they brought him before Namrud so he could be punished. Instead of accepting Ibrahim’s logical arguments and divine message, Namrud’s pride and stubbornness pushed him to order a drastic punishment. He commanded that a massive fire be ignited—so enormous that even birds could not fly over it—and that Ibrahim (A.S.) be catapulted into the flames.

However, this moment became a clear sign of Allah’s power. As the Quran mentions, Allah commanded the fire to become cool and peaceful for Ibrahim (A.S.). Instead of harm, he experienced safety and comfort, turning the king’s attempt at punishment into a miracle that exposed Namrud’s helplessness and the falsehood of his claims. This incident remains a powerful reminder that true strength belongs to Allah alone and that sincere faith can overcome even the mightiest earthly forces.