A Work of Fiction

the greatness and anticipated intercession of these idols. These words were: “They (idols) are revered, and their intercession is anticipated.” It is important to note that the Prophet had no association with these additional words. The polytheists simultaneously spoke these words, akin to a chorus. Some commentators suggest that Satan influenced the polytheists by whispering these words into their ears. Thus, the polytheists mistakenly believed that the Prophet had spoken those words. However, this was not the case. It was, actually, the word of Satan and not the word of the Prophet. Satan had manipulated the polytheists, not the Prophet, causing their voices to blend with his. This kind of synchronized chanting or slogans in the chorus is not uncommon. Similar incidents occur during meetings and events in various forms. For instance, let us consider a scenario where the leader of the ruling party is delivering a speech. The audience consists of members from the ruling party and the opposition. During the speech, if the leader mentions the name of the opposition party leader to criticize him, it is not unusual for the opposition party members to start chanting slogans in support of their leader, such as “Zindabad, Zindabad” (Long live, Long live). However, it would be incorrect to claim that the leader of the ruling party raised slogans in praise of the opposition party leader. The mention of the name was solely for the purpose of criticism.