Notable Figures in the Quran

Imran

The Father of Maryam

Imran was a righteous and pious man, known for his devotion to Allah. He was the father of Maryam (Mary), who was chosen by Allah to be the mother of Isa (Jesus). Imran's family was blessed and honore...

Period: Unknown (Before 1st Century BCE)

Dhul-Qarnayn

The Righteous King

Dhul-Qarnayn is a figure mentioned in the Quran who was a powerful and just king. His name means "The One with Two Horns," which could refer to his great leadership and the conquests he made across th...

Period: Ancient Times

Zakariya

The Righteous Prophet

Zakariya (Zachariah) was a prophet and a righteous man who served as a guardian to Maryam (Mary). He was a wise and faithful servant of Allah who dedicated his life to prayer and helping others. Zakar...

Period: Around 1st Century BCE

Jalut

The Mighty Warrior

Jalut (Goliath) was a powerful warrior and leader of an army that fought against the Israelites. He was known for his great size, strength, and fearsome presence on the battlefield. Many people were a...

Period: Around 1000 BCE

Talut

The Just King of Israel

Talut (Saul) was a king chosen by Allah to lead the Israelites when they were weak and struggling. The Israelites asked their prophet for a strong leader to help them fight against their enemies. Alla...

Period: Around 1000 BCE

Uzayr

The Prophet of Restoration

Uzayr (Ezra) was a prophet and a scholar sent to the Children of Israel after they had faced hardship and destruction. At a time when many of the Israelites had lost their faith, Uzayr helped restore ...

Period: Around 6th Century BCE

Ismail

The Truthful and Patient

Ismail (Ishmael) was the son of Prophet Ibrahim and Hajar. When he was a baby, Allah commanded Ibrahim to take Hajar and Ismail to the desert of Makkah, where there was no food or water. Hajar searche...

Period: Around 2000 BCE