All the Prophets of Islam
By: Yasher Solaiman
Islam recognizes a long line of prophets (Anbiya) chosen by Allah to guide humanity to the truth. These prophets were men of righteousness, each sent to their people to convey the message of Tawheed (the Oneness of God). The Qur'an mentions twenty-five of them by name and refers to many others. Muslims believe that the final prophet is Muhammad (peace be upon him), who was sent to all of mankind. This article presents an overview of the known prophets in Islam, their stories, significance, and spiritual lessons.
What is a Prophet?
In Islam, a prophet (Nabi) is a man chosen by Allah to deliver His message. Some prophets were also messengers (Rasool), sent with new laws or scripture. All prophets called their people to worship Allah alone and live righteously. They were role models of faith, patience, and endurance in the face of trials.
List of 25 Prophets Mentioned in the Qur'an
- Adam (ฤdam)
- Idris (Enoch)
- Nuh (Noah)
- Hud
- Salih
- Lut (Lot)
- Ibrahim (Abraham)
- Ismail (Ishmael)
- Ishaq (Isaac)
- Yaqub (Jacob)
- Yusuf (Joseph)
- Shuayb (Jethro)
- Ayyub (Job)
- Dhul-Kifl
- Musa (Moses)
- Harun (Aaron)
- Dawud (David)
- Sulayman (Solomon)
- Ilyas (Elias)
- Al-Yasa (Elisha)
- Yunus (Jonah)
- Zakariya (Zachariah)
- Yahya (John the Baptist)
- Isa (Jesus)
- Muhammad
The Legacy of the Prophets
The stories of the prophets teach lessons of perseverance, monotheism, humility, sacrifice, and submission to Allah. Muslims are encouraged to reflect on their stories as a means to increase faith and draw closer to Allah.
May peace and blessings be upon all the prophets and messengers of Allah.
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