[5]. By asserting that Allāh had already decreed his misguidance, Satan set a precedent as the first to misuse the concept of predestination as an excuse for disobedience, attempting to rationalize his rebellion against the divine command.
[6]. Satan reinforced his deception with an oath, claiming sincerity to gain their trust. By swearing falsely in Allah’s name, he displayed the depth of his deceit and the extent of his enmity toward humankind. This act illustrates how falsehood, when cloaked in apparent sincerity, can mislead even those who are pure in intention — a timeless warning against deceptive counsel and misplaced trust.