Prophet Isma'il

Prophet Isma'il was the son of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and Hajar. Ibrahim and Hajar were blessed with Isma'il in their old age, as a result of Allah's mercy and divine intervention.

When Isma'il was still a baby, Ibrahim received a command from Allah to take Hajar and Isma'il to a barren valley near the site of the Kaaba (then uninhabited), which later became known as Mecca. In obedience to Allah's command, Ibrahim left Hajar and Isma'il in the valley with limited provisions.

Facing hardship in the desert, Hajar ran between two hills, Safa and Marwa, seven times in search of water. Allah, in His mercy, caused a spring of water, known as Zamzam, to gush forth at the feet of Isma'il.

The Zamzam well became a source of sustenance for Hajar and Isma'il. They settled in the valley of Mecca and were later joined by Ibrahim, who returned to visit them.

As Isma'il grew up, he learned the ways of his father and joined him in rebuilding the Kaaba, the sacred house of worship in Mecca. Together, they established it as a centre for monotheistic worship.

Isma'il became known for his piety and righteousness, and he continued to uphold the teachings of his father Ibrahim. He played a significant role in the history of Mecca and the establishment of the sacred rituals of pilgrimage (Hajj) that Muslims observe to this day.

Prophet Isma'il's story serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience to Allah's commands, patience in times of hardship, and trust in divine providence. He is revered as a noble prophet in Islam, and his legacy continues to inspire believers around the world.