Prophets

25 Prophets Curriculum

Stories of the Prophets

Follow the journey of Allah's chosen messengers from Adam (AS) to Muhammad (SAW). Mark each story as you learn and see your progress grow!

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Prophet Adam (AS)

The First Human

Beginning of Humanity
آدم

Allah created Adam from clay and breathed His spirit into him. He taught Adam the names of all things. Adam and his wife Hawwa (Eve) lived in Paradise but were sent to Earth after eating from the forbidden tree. Adam sincerely repented and Allah forgave him.

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Prophet Idris (AS)

The Patient One

Early Generations
إدريس

Idris was the first person to write with a pen and was known for his patience and truthfulness. Allah raised him to a high station. He taught people justice and the knowledge of Allah.

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Prophet Nuh (AS)

The Ark Builder

The Great Flood
نوح

Nuh preached to his people for 950 years, calling them to worship Allah alone. Only a few believed. Allah commanded him to build an ark, and a great flood destroyed the disbelievers. Nuh and the believers and animals were saved on the ark.

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Prophet Hud (AS)

The Messenger to Aad

The People of Aad
هود

Hud was sent to the people of Aad, a powerful and arrogant nation. He called them to worship Allah alone and stop idol worship. They rejected him, and a devastating wind destroyed them. Only Hud and the believers were saved.

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Prophet Salih (AS)

The She-Camel of Allah

The People of Thamud
صالح

Salih was sent to the people of Thamud, who carved homes in the mountains. He brought them a she-camel as a sign from Allah. The people were told not to harm her, but they killed her. A terrible earthquake destroyed them as punishment.

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Prophet Ibrahim (AS)

The Friend of Allah (Khalilullah)

The Father of Prophets
إبراهيم

Ibrahim destroyed his people's idols and was thrown into a fire by his people, but Allah made the fire cool for him. He rebuilt the Kaaba with his son Ismail. He was willing to sacrifice his son for Allah, who replaced the sacrifice with a ram. He is the father of many prophets.

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Prophet Lut (AS)

The Nephew of Ibrahim

The Cities of Sodom
لوط

Lut was sent to the people of Sodom, who committed terrible sins. He warned them to change their ways, but they refused. Allah sent angels who saved Lut and his family (except his wife) and destroyed the cities with a rain of stones.

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Prophet Ismail (AS)

The Sacrificial Son

The Building of the Kaaba
إسماعيل

Ismail was the son of Ibrahim and Hajar. As a child, he and his mother were placed in the desert of Makkah, where the well of Zamzam sprang forth. He helped his father rebuild the Kaaba. He was known for his patience and willingness to be sacrificed for Allah.

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Prophet Ishaq (AS)

The Glad Tidings

The Son of Ibrahim
إسحاق

Ishaq was born to Ibrahim and Sarah in their old age, a miracle and glad tidings from Allah. He continued the legacy of his father, calling people to worship Allah alone. He was the father of Yaqub.

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Prophet Yaqub (AS)

Israel, Father of the Tribes

The Father of Yusuf
يعقوب

Yaqub was the son of Ishaq and the father of twelve sons who became the tribes of Bani Israel. His beloved son Yusuf was taken from him, and he wept until he lost his sight. Years later, Yusuf returned and Yaqub's sight was restored by Allah's mercy.

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Prophet Yusuf (AS)

The Beautiful Story

From the Well to the Throne
يوسف

Yusuf was thrown into a well by his jealous brothers, sold into slavery in Egypt, falsely imprisoned, then raised by Allah to become the minister of Egypt. He forgave his brothers and reunited his family. His story is called "the best of stories" in the Quran.

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Prophet Shu'ayb (AS)

The Eloquent Preacher

The People of Madyan
شعيب

Shu'ayb was sent to the people of Madyan, who cheated in trade and oppressed others. He called them to justice and honesty. They rejected him and were destroyed by a loud cry and earthquake. Only the believers were saved.

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Prophet Ayyub (AS)

The Symbol of Patience

The Test of Suffering
أيوب

Ayyub was a wealthy, righteous man who was tested with the loss of his family, wealth, and health. He suffered for years but never lost faith in Allah. Allah restored his health, family, and wealth double-fold as a reward for his patience.

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Prophet Dhul-Kifl (AS)

The Patient One

After Ayyub
ذا الكفل

Dhul-Kifl was known for his patience and righteousness. He took on a great responsibility and fulfilled it with justice and devotion. Allah praised him alongside other great prophets.

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Prophet Musa (AS)

The One Who Spoke to Allah (Kaleemullah)

The Exodus from Egypt
موسى

Musa was raised in the palace of Pharaoh, who sought to kill all male Israelite children. As an adult, Allah sent him to confront Pharaoh. With Allah's power, Musa split the sea, saving Bani Israel and drowning Pharaoh. He received the Torah on Mount Sinai and spoke directly with Allah.

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Prophet Harun (AS)

The Supportive Brother

With Musa in Egypt
هارون

Harun was the older brother of Musa and was made a prophet to support him. He spoke eloquently and helped Musa confront Pharaoh. When Musa went to Mount Sinai, Harun was left in charge of Bani Israel, but some worshipped the golden calf in his absence.

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Prophet Dawud (AS)

The Psalmist King

The Kingdom of Israel
داود

Dawud was a young shepherd who defeated the giant Jalut (Goliath) with Allah's help. He became king and prophet, known for his beautiful recitation of the Zabur (Psalms). He was given wisdom, a strong kingdom, and the ability to work with iron.

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Prophet Sulayman (AS)

The Wise King

The Golden Kingdom
سليمان

Sulayman inherited the kingdom of his father Dawud. Allah gave him control over the wind, the jinn, and the ability to understand animals. He was the greatest king, known for his wisdom and justice. The famous story of the ant and the hoopoe bird shows his humility.

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Prophet Ilyas (AS)

The Prophet of Baal

The Northern Kingdoms
إلياس

Ilyas was sent to the people of Israel who had begun worshipping the idol Baal. He called them back to Allah with great dedication. Despite their rejection, he remained steadfast. Allah praised him for his sincerity.

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Prophet Al-Yasa (AS)

The Successor of Ilyas

After Ilyas
اليسع

Al-Yasa followed in the footsteps of Ilyas, continuing to call the Children of Israel to Allah. He was known for his miracles and dedication. Allah honored him by mentioning him alongside other great prophets.

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Prophet Yunus (AS)

The Man of the Whale

The City of Nineveh
يونس

Yunus left his people in frustration before Allah's command. He boarded a ship, was thrown into the sea, and was swallowed by a whale. In the darkness of the whale's belly, he called out to Allah with the famous dua. Allah forgave him and the whale released him. He returned to his people, who all believed.

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Prophet Zakariya (AS)

The Father in Old Age

The Time of Maryam
زكريا

Zakariya was an old prophet who had no children. He prayed to Allah for a righteous son. Allah gave him the glad tidings of Yahya, a wise and pure son. He cared for Maryam in the mosque. His story teaches the power of sincere dua.

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Prophet Yahya (AS)

The Pure and Wise

The Son of Zakariya
يحيى

Yahya was given wisdom as a child by Allah. He was pure, kind, and righteous. He was given the scripture and called people to Allah. He was the cousin of Isa and prepared the way for his message.

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Prophet Isa (AS)

The Messiah (Al-Masih)

The Miracles of Allah
عيسى

Isa was born miraculously to the virgin Maryam. Allah gave him the ability to perform great miracles — healing the sick, bringing the dead to life, and making birds from clay. He called the Children of Israel back to Allah. He will return before the Day of Judgment.

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Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

The Seal of the Prophets (Khatamun Nabiyyin)

The Final Messenger
محمد

Muhammad (SAW) was born in Makkah and grew up known for his honesty (Al-Amin). At age 40, he received the first revelation in the Cave of Hira. He preached for 23 years, facing persecution, migration to Madinah, battles, and treaties. He unified Arabia under Islam and completed the message of all prophets before him.

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