Islamic view of John the Baptist

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Yahya (يحيى) was a prophet of Islam mentioned in the Qur'an. He is traditionally associated with the biblical figure John the Baptist.

Contents 1 According to the Qur'an 2 See also 3 Notes 4 External links 4.1 References to John (Yahya) in the Qur'an

[edit] According to the Qur'an

According to the Quran, John was the son of Zakariya, and his tidings were foretold to his father by the angel, Gabriel (19:7-11, 3:39-41). John was exhorted to hold fast to the Scripture and was given wisdom by God while still child (19:12). He was pure and devout, and walked in the Presence of God. He was dutiful towards his parents and he was not arrogant or rebellious (19:13-14). He, along with all the Prophets, will be resurrected one day (19:15).

John is called a righteous, honorable and chaste person, as well as a Prophet of the Righteous (6:85, 3:39). He came to confirm the Word of God (3:39).

His story was retold by Jafar to the Abyssinian King during the Migration to Abyssinia ^[1].

[edit] See also

• Prophets of Islam

[edit] Notes

1. ^ The Sealed Nectar The Second ‘Aqabah Pledge on sunnipath.com

[edit] External links

• Prophet Yahya (John) in the light of Islamic tradition. The same content is also available at [1]
• Prophet John (Yahya)
• Shrine of Prophet Yahya inside Jaami al-Amawi 2

[edit] References to John (Yahya) in the Qur'an

• Appraisals for Yahya: 6:85, 19:7, 19:12, 19:13, 19:14, 19:15
• Yahya's prophecy: 3:39, 6:85, 19:12