OverviewZakariya’s son, praised for wisdom, kindness and devotion from childhood.CategoryProphetPeriodDates not established
FamilyHis birth answered his father Zakariya’s prayer. The Qur’an presents it as unexpected good news to his elderly parents.Source: Qur’an 19:2-9
What the Qur’an tells usHe was given wisdom while young and was kind to his parents. His story gives young readers a model of learning and good conduct.Source: Qur’an 19:12-15
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 19:12-15Qur’an 19:2-9
