Iblis, from The Wonders of Creation

Image from The Wonders of Creation. To the left is Azazil, the first name of Iblis. Refusing to bow to Adam, the angels marvel at his disobedience. In the process, a once exalted Iblis now suffers his curse and impending exile, the first signs being the dissolution of his beard and both of his once noble hands.

The Iblisic Worldview, Narrative, and Pathway

Refer to thematic or topical boxes right sidebar. The "Black Snake," painting by Mark Catesby.