Concise Quran Commentary
Abraham was forbearing, wanting to delay the punishment, praying often to his Lord, calling upon Him, and turning to Him.
إِنَّ إِبْرَٰهِيمَ لَحَلِيمٌ أَوَّٰهٌ مُّنِيبٌ
Abraham was indeed forbearing, tenderhearted[42], and constantly returning in repentance.
Abraham was forbearing, wanting to delay the punishment, praying often to his Lord, calling upon Him, and turning to Him.