Angels congratulate Abraham (peace be upon him) with Isaac and Jacob

Our angels came to Abraham with good news, and said: "Peace on you. "Peace on you too," said Abraham, and hastened to bring a roasted calf.

When they did not stretch their hands towards it he became suspicious and afraid of them. They said: "Do not be afraid. We have been sent to the people of Lot."

His wife who stood near, laughed as We gave her the good news of Isaac, and after Isaac of Jacob.

She said: "Woe betide me! Will I give birth when I am old and this my husband be aged? This is indeed surprising!"

"Why are you surprised at the command of God? God's mercy and blessings be upon you, O members of this household," they said. "Verily He is worthy of praise and glory."

When Abraham's fear was dispelled, and the good news had come to him, he pleaded for the people of Lot with Us.

Abraham was kind, compassionate, and penitent.

"Desist from pleading, O Abraham," (they said). "Your Lord's command has verily been issued, and a punishment that cannot be averted is bound to fall on them."