OverviewMusa’s brother, chosen to help him speak to Pharaoh and guide their people.CategoryProphetPeriodDates not established
FamilyMusa asked God to appoint Harun as his helper. They went together to Pharaoh, who was oppressing the Children of Israel.Source: Qur’an 20:29-47
A memorable storyWhile Musa was away, some people began worshipping a calf. Harun urged them to stop and follow him instead.Source: Qur’an 20:90-94
SourcesOriginal summaries of the cited sources. Qur’anic accounts, later traditions and historical estimates are distinguished; brief profiles do not settle scholarly disagreements.Qur’an 20:29-36Qur’an 20:90-94
