I would like to know if the following story is authentic and where can it be found.
An idol worshipper used to worship an idol named Sanam. He sat up calling the name “Ya Sanam” all night, and towards the dawn he started getting drowsy and so he mistakenly took one of the Glorious Names of Allah, “Ya Samad.” Allah Ta’ala immediately turned His attention and asked, “What do you want My servant?” The angels said in astonishment, “O Allah, this is an idol worshipper and only took Your Name in forgetfulness.” Allah -The Most Merciful said, “This person calls on these idols all night and they don’t answer him. What difference is there between Me and the idols if I don’t answer him either.
Answer
I could not locate the chain for this incident.
And Allah Ta’ala Knows best,
Answered by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar
Checked by: Moulana Haroon Abasoomar