The Prophets Tree in Islam
Discover the complete lineage of 25 prophets mentioned in the Holy Quran, from Prophet Adam (AS) to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
Prophetic Lineage
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Children of Yaqub (AS)
11 Prophets from the lineage of Ishaq
Adam (آدم)
The first human being and the first prophet of Allah. He was created from clay and given life by Allah's command.
Idris (إدريس)
A righteous prophet known for his wisdom, knowledge, and devotion to Allah.
Nuh (نوح)
The prophet who built the great ark and survived the great flood, calling his people to Allah for 950 years.
Hud (هود)
The prophet sent to the ancient Ad people, who were known for their strength and architecture but were destroyed for their arrogance.
Salih (صالح)
The prophet sent to the Thamud people, who were known for their rock-cut architecture but destroyed for their disbelief.
Ibrahim (إبراهيم)
The friend of Allah (Khalilullah) who built the Kaaba and is the patriarch of many prophets.
Lut (لوط)
The nephew of Prophet Ibrahim, sent to the people of Sodom who were destroyed for their immoral practices.
Ismail (إسماعيل)
The son of Ibrahim, known for his obedience to Allah, and the patriarch of the Arab people.
Ishaq (إسحاق)
The son of Ibrahim and Sarah, and the father of Yaqub (Jacob), from whom the Israelite prophets descend.
Yaqub (يعقوب)
The son of Ishaq and father of Yusuf (Joseph), known for his patience and devotion.
Yusuf (يوسف)
The prophet known for his beauty, wisdom, and ability to interpret dreams, who became a ruler of Egypt.
Ayyub (أيوب)
The prophet who endured immense suffering with patience and was restored to health by Allah.
Shuaib (شعيب)
The prophet sent to the Midianites who were known for their dishonest trade practices.
Musa (موسى)
The prophet who spoke to Allah directly, received the Torah, and led the Israelites out of Egypt.
Harun (هارون)
The brother and helper of Prophet Musa, who served as a prophet and spokesman for the Israelites.
Dhul-Kifl (ذو الكفل)
A righteous prophet known for his devotion and justice, mentioned briefly in the Quran.
Dawud (داود)
The prophet-king who received the Zabur (Psalms) and was given a great kingdom.
Sulaiman (سليمان)
The son of Dawud, known for his immense wisdom, wealth, and power over jinn and animals.
Ilyas (إلياس)
A prophet who called the Israelites back to monotheism and away from idol worship.
Al-Yasa (اليسع)
The successor of Prophet Ilyas, who continued his mission of calling people to Allah.
Yunus (يونس)
The prophet who was swallowed by a whale and called out to Allah from its belly.
Zakariya (زكريا)
The father of Prophet Yahya, who was blessed with a son in old age despite being barren.
Yahya (يحيى)
The son of Zakariya, known as the 'Forerunner' who prepared the way for Prophet Isa (AS).
Isa (عيسى)
The son of Maryam (Mary), born without a father, a messenger of Allah who performed many miracles.
Muhammad (محمد)
The final messenger of Allah, the seal of the prophets, sent as a mercy to all worlds.
Honoring the Prophets of Allah
All prophets were sent by Allah to guide humanity. They were the best of people, chosen for their righteousness, patience, and unwavering faith.
وَقَالَ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُونُوا قَوَّامِينَ بِالْقِسْطِ شُهَدَاءَ لِلَّهِ وَلَوْ عَلَىٰ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَوِ الْوَالِدَيْنِ وَالْأَقْرَبِينَ
“O you who believe, be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if it be against yourselves or parents and relatives.”
— Surah An-Nisa (4:135)