Abu Iahab was so nicked named because of his

  • A wickedness
  • B greatness
  • C jealousy
  • D Arrogance
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The correct answer is D. Arrogance

Abu lahab was so nicknamed because of his arrogance. His original name was 'Abd al-'Uzzā, but his father called him Abū Lahab ("Father of Flame") "because of his beauty and charm" due to his red (inflamed) cheeks.

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