Prophet Al-Yasa (AS) - The Inheritor of Knowledge
Learn about Prophet Al-Yasa (AS), who inherited the knowledge and mission of Prophet Ilyas.
Prophet Al-Yasa (peace be upon him) was a prophet of Allah. He is mentioned in the Quran alongside Ilyas (AS) and Dhu al-Kifl (AS). Some scholars say Al-Yasa was a student and successor of Prophet Ilyas (AS), inheriting his knowledge and prophethood. Allah says: 'And remember Ismail, Al-Yasa, and Dhul-Kifl — and all are among the best.' Al-Yasa (AS) continued the mission of calling the Children of Israel to worship Allah alone. He was known for his wisdom and dedication. The Quran elevates Al-Yasa as one of the chosen, guided prophets. Despite living among people who often strayed from the truth, Al-Yasa remained steadfast and called people to Allah with patience and wisdom. His story teaches us the importance of carrying knowledge forward and passing it to the next generation.
Qur'an Verses
وَإِسْمَاعِيلَ وَالْيَسَعَ وَذَا الْكِفْلِ وَكُلٌّ مِّنَ الْأَخْيَارِ
Wa-Isma'ila wa al-Yasa'a wa dha al-kifl wa kullun mina al-akhyar
Translation: And Ismail, Al-Yasa, and Dhul-Kifl — and all are among the best.
وَإِلْيَاسَ وَإِسْمَاعِيلَ وَالْيَسَعَ وَيُونُسَ
Wa-Ilyasa wa Isma'ila wa al-Yasa'a wa Yunusa
Translation: And Ilyas, Ismail, Al-Yasa, and Yunus.
Authentic Hadith
The Prophet ﷺ said: 'When a person dies, their deeds end except three: ongoing charity, beneficial knowledge, and a righteous child who prays for them.'
Explanation
While not specifically about Al-Yasa, this hadith connects to his legacy of carrying beneficial knowledge forward from Ilyas to the next generation.
Knowledge is a trust that must be carried and passed on. Al-Yasa (AS) inherited the mission of Ilyas and continued calling people to Allah.
- 1.Who was Al-Yasa's predecessor?
- 2.What did Allah call Al-Yasa?
- 3.What did Al-Yasa inherit?
1. Was Al-Yasa a prophet?
2. Was Al-Yasa steadfast?
3. Did Al-Yasa continue Ilyas's mission?
4. Who was Prophet Al-Yasa?
5. What does Allah call Al-Yasa?
6. Is carrying beneficial knowledge rewarded?
7. Who is Al-Yasa mentioned alongside in the Quran?
8. What do we learn from Al-Yasa?
9. What does 'Akhyar' mean?
10. How many times is Al-Yasa mentioned in the Quran?
11. Was Al-Yasa guided by Allah?
12. What Surah in chapter 6 mentions Al-Yasa?
13. Did Al-Yasa have wisdom?
14. What lesson do we learn from Al-Yasa?
15. Who was Al-Yasa's predecessor (according to scholars)?
16. Was Al-Yasa among the chosen prophets?
17. What does Al-Yasa's story teach about knowledge?
18. Did Al-Yasa call people to Allah?
19. Which Surah mentions Al-Yasa?
20. In which other Surah is Al-Yasa mentioned?
21. Did Al-Yasa worship Allah alone?
22. Was Al-Yasa among the best?
23. What did Al-Yasa inherit from Ilyas?
24. What does 'Ilm' mean?
25. Is Al-Yasa mentioned with Yunus?
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