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Test your knowledge of the 25 prophets mentioned in the Quran, their stories and significance. 17 questions for students of Islamic history.
1. Which prophet could communicate with animals and command the wind?
💡 Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) was given the miraculous ability to understand and communicate with animals and birds, and to command the wind and jinn as stated in the Quran.
2. Which prophet was swallowed by a whale?
💡 Prophet Yunus (Jonah) was swallowed by a large fish (whale) after leaving his people without permission. He prayed to Allah from inside the whale and was released after 40 days.
3. How many prophets are mentioned by name in the Quran?
💡 There are 25 prophets mentioned by name in the Quran. Muslims believe there were 124,000 prophets in total, but only 25 are named in the Quran.
4. Which prophet is shared and venerated by Islam, Christianity, and Judaism?
💡 Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) is revered by all three Abrahamic faiths — Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. He is called "Friend of Allah" (Khalilullah) in Islam.
5. Which prophet was thrown into fire but was not harmed?
💡 Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) was thrown into a fire by Nimrod's people for destroying idols. Allah commanded the fire to be "cool and peaceful" for Ibrahim and he was unharmed.
6. Which prophet is known for his extraordinary patience during severe illness?
💡 Prophet Ayyub (Job) is known for his legendary patience. He endured years of severe illness and hardship without complaining to Allah. The Quran praises him as an excellent servant.
7. Who is Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) referred to as in the Quran?
💡 Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is called "Khatam an-Nabiyyin" — the Seal of the Prophets — in the Quran (33:40), meaning he is the last and final prophet sent by Allah.
8. Which prophet parted the sea?
💡 Prophet Musa (Moses) parted the Red Sea by striking it with his staff on Allah's command, allowing the Children of Israel to escape from Pharaoh's army.
9. Which prophet built the Ark to survive the great flood?
💡 Prophet Nuh (Noah) built the Ark on Allah's command to save believers and pairs of animals from the Great Flood. His story is mentioned in Surah Hud and Surah Nuh.
10. Who was the first prophet in Islam?
💡 Adam (Alayhissalam) is considered the first prophet and the first human being. He was created by Allah and placed in Paradise before being sent to Earth.