[9]. That is, Āzar (also known as Terah), the father of Abraham. He served as the chief priest under King Nimrod Shaddād of Babylon and Nineveh and was a skilled master sculptor of idols.
[10]. That is, Islam — the path of right belief in Allāh, free from the worship of images and idols, devoted solely to Him. It is the way of true worship, lawful livelihood, truthful speech, upright conduct, righteous effort and perseverance, mindful awareness, and sincere concentration upon all that draws one closer to Allāh.
[11]. It’s fulfilled in how Jews, Christians, and Muslims all revere Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob as righteous prophets.
A “tongue of truth” doesn’t just mean fame — it means lasting, sincere remembrance grounded in truth, not in myth or exaggeration. Their honor endures because their mission was pure — calling humanity to worship Allāh alone.
This shows that true honor comes from sincerity and obedience, not power or lineage. When one lives truthfully for Allāh, Allāh ensures their remembrance remains truthful and noble through time.