In Islam, it is believed that Allah sent many prophets to guide humanity, with some traditions mentioning as many as 124,000 prophets. However, only 25 of these prophets of Allah are mentioned by name in the Quran. Let’s take a look at 25 prophets of Islam names:
- Adam (Adam)
- Idris (Enoch)
- Nuh (Noah)
- Hud (Heber)
- Salih (Saleh)
- Ibrahim (Abraham)
- Lut (Lot)
- Ismail (Ishmael)
- Ishaq (Isaac)
- Yaqub (Jacob)
- Yusuf (Joseph)
- Shu’aib (Jethro)
- Ayyub (Job)
- Dhul-Kifl (Ezekiel)
- Musa (Moses)
- Harun (Aaron)
- Dawud (David)
- Sulaiman (Solomon)
- Ilyas (Elias)
- Al-Yasa (Elisha)
- Yunus (Jonah)
- Zakariya (Zechariah)
- Yahya (John the Baptist)
- Isa (Jesus)
- Muhammad
Why Are Only 25 Nabi Names Mentioned in the Quran?
Although Allah sent many prophets to different nations and peoples throughout history, the Quran specifically mentions 25 of them. These prophets were chosen to highlight important lessons and messages that are relevant to all of humanity. The stories of these 25 prophets of Islam teach us about faith, patience, obedience, and the importance of worshiping Allah alone.
The Purpose of Sending Prophets
The main purpose of sending prophets was to guide people to the right path and teach them about Allah. Prophets were sent to remind people of their duties to Allah and to each other. They taught kindness, honesty, and the importance of living a good and righteous life. Each prophet brought the same basic message: to worship Allah alone and to follow His guidance.
The Last and Final Prophet
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the last and final prophet sent by Allah. Unlike the other prophets who were sent to specific people and for a specific time, Prophet Muhammad was sent for all of humanity and for all times until the Day of Judgment. His teachings, as recorded in the Quran and Hadith, provide complete and final guidance for living a righteous life and achieving success in this world and the hereafter.
The stories of these prophets are a source of inspiration and guidance for all of us. By learning about their lives and the messages they brought, we can understand how to live our lives in a way that pleases Allah.
