One of the rather mysterious characters that is mentioned in the Quran is Dhu al-Qarnayn. There have been many speculations about this name and that which historical figure it could refer to; figures like Cyrus the Great, Alexander the Great, etc. Watch this v...
The story of the Seven Sleepers (Companions of the Cave) is narrated both in Islamic and Christian sources. How does the Quran narrate this amazing story?
Prophet Zakariya (Zechariah or Zachary) was one of the prophets of the Israelites. He was the father of Prophet Yahya (John the Baptist) and the patron of Mary, the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus) and is revered in Islam. To know more about Islam's view on Proph...
Many Muslim scientists in the history of Islam have made great contributions to the establishment and advancement of different scientific fields, leaving their mark on the history of science. Jabir ibn Ḥayyan was one the most prominent one of them.
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Jonah, or as in the Islamic sources Yunus, was a prophet that is believed by all Abrahamic religions. Prophet Jonah (Yunus) was sent to Ninevah (a city in present day Iraq). He warned the people about their evil ways and told them to follow God but they would ...