BENEFIT 208: Which is greater in sin; neglecting a command or committing a prohibition?

Sheikh Abdulhamīd Az-Zu'kari ḥafidhahullāh said: Neglecting a command is greater in sin. The sin of Iblis was due to neglecting a command, while the sin of Adam was due to committing a prohibition, and the sin of Iblis was greater than the sin of Adam. Allah forgave Adam, but He did not forgive Iblis (i.e. Allah granted Adam Tawfeeq to repent and accepted his repentance). Neglecting a command stems from arrogance, pride, and self-exaltation, whereas committing a prohibition stems from whims and desires. This issue was discussed thoroughly by Ibnul Qayyim, may Allah have mercy on him, in his book "Al-Fawaid." @almanhajussalafi