🕌 Islamic History
Belief in all of Allah's prophets is one of the Six Pillars of Iman. From Adam (AS) to Muhammad ﷺ — learn their stories, their trials, and the lessons for today.
124,000
Total prophets sent by Allah (estimated)
25
Prophets named in the Quran
5
Ulul Azm — Prophets of Firm Resolve
"The Messenger has believed in what was revealed to him from his Lord, and [so have] the believers. All of them have believed in Allah and His angels and His books and His messengers, [saying], 'We make no distinction between any of His messengers.'"
— Quran 2:285
The First Prophet
The Beginning of Humanity
Adam (AS) is the first human being and first prophet created by Allah. He was created from clay, breathed life into, and taught the names of all things. He and Hawa (Eve) lived in Paradise before descending to earth after being deceived by Iblis.
Key Lessons
The Resolute Prophet
c. 3000+ BCE
Nuh (AS) called his people to monotheism for 950 years. Only a small number believed. Allah commanded him to build the Ark, and the great flood destroyed the disbelievers. He is one of the five Ulul Azm (Prophets of Firm Resolve).
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The Friend of Allah (Khalilullah)
c. 2000 BCE
Ibrahim (AS) is called the Father of Prophets and the Friend of Allah (Khalilullah). He smashed the idols of his people, was thrown into fire by Nimrod (the fire was made cool by Allah), built the Kaaba in Mecca with his son Ismail, and was commanded to sacrifice his son as a test.
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Father of the Arabs, Builder of the Kaaba
c. 1900 BCE
Ismail (AS) is the son of Ibrahim and Hagar. As a baby, he was left in the barren valley of Mecca by his father on Allah's command. The miracle of Zamzam water appeared for him. He grew up to help his father Ibrahim build the Kaaba and is the ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
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The Most Beautiful Story in the Quran
c. 1700 BCE
Yusuf (AS) was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, imprisoned falsely, and ultimately became the minister of Egypt. His story — told entirely in Surah Yusuf — is called "the best of stories" by Allah. He is known for his beauty, patience, and steadfastness against temptation.
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The One Who Spoke to Allah (Kalimullah)
c. 1300 BCE
Musa (AS) is the prophet most mentioned in the Quran (136 times). He received the Torah and led the Children of Israel out of slavery in Egypt under Pharaoh. He split the Red Sea, received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai, and was the leader of Bani Israel for 40 years in the desert.
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The Prophet-King, Given the Zabur
c. 1000 BCE
Dawud (AS) was a prophet and king who was given the Zabur (Psalms). As a young man he killed Jalut (Goliath) with a slingshot. He had a beautiful voice and the mountains and birds would glorify Allah alongside him. He was given knowledge of crafting armour from iron.
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The Prophet-King Given Control of Wind & Jinn
c. 900 BCE
Sulayman (AS) was the son of Dawud and was given a kingdom greater than any before or after him. He could understand the language of birds and animals, commanded armies of jinn and men, and built the Bayt al-Maqdis (Temple of Jerusalem). He received the Queen of Sheba, Bilqis.
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The Messiah, Spirit of Allah
c. 4 BCE–30 CE
Isa (AS) is the Messiah (Al-Masih) and a great prophet of Allah, born miraculously to Maryam (Virgin Mary) without a father. He performed miracles: healing the blind and lepers, raising the dead, and speaking from the cradle. He was not crucified but was raised to Allah. He will return before the Day of Judgement.
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The Final Prophet & Messenger (Seal of the Prophets)
570–632 CE
Muhammad ﷺ is the final prophet and messenger of Allah — the Seal of the Prophets (Khatam an-Nabiyyeen). Born in Mecca, he received the Quran over 23 years, established the Islamic state in Medina, and his message is for all of humanity until the Day of Judgement. He is the best of all creation.
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