وَاتَّخَذَ اللَّهُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ خَلِيلًا
Allah took Abraham as His khalil. (Al-Nisa 4:125)
Being called khalil is not merely a human title; it is a special relationship affirmed by the Qur’an. Allah’s granting of this honor establishes Abraham’s distinction. The relationship is accepted as revelation describes it.