Prophets quiz
How well do you know the prophets of Islam?
Review every question and answer
Question 1: How many prophets are named in the Quran?
25
The Quran names 25 prophets by name, from Adam to Muhammad ﷺ, though Islamic tradition holds that many more were sent throughout history.
Question 2: Who is considered the first prophet and first human in Islam?
Adam
Adam is regarded as both the first human being and the first prophet.
Question 3: Which prophet built an ark to survive a great flood?
Nuh
Nuh, known as Noah, is described in the Quran as building the ark after calling his people to worship God for centuries.
Question 4: Which prophet is known as "Khalil Allah", the Friend of God?
Ibrahim
Ibrahim, known as Abraham, holds this title in Islamic tradition and is considered a father figure to three major faiths.
Question 5: Which prophet parted the sea for his people?
Musa
Musa, known as Moses, led the Israelites out of Egypt, and the Quran describes the sea parting as they fled Pharaoh's army.
Question 6: Which prophet interpreted dreams and later became a minister in Egypt?
Yusuf
Yusuf, known as Joseph, rose from hardship to a position of trust in Egypt after correctly interpreting the king's dream.
Question 7: Which prophet was swallowed by a great fish?
Yunus
Yunus, known as Jonah, left his people before God's command and was swallowed by a great fish, later repenting and being saved.
Question 8: Which prophet is remembered for his patience through prolonged illness and loss?
Ayyub
Ayyub, known as Job, endured years of hardship without losing faith, and his story is held up as a model of patience.
Question 9: Which prophet is described as understanding the language of birds and ruling with great wisdom?
Sulaiman
Sulaiman, known as Solomon, is described in the Quran as being given rule over jinn, birds, and the wind, alongside deep wisdom.
Question 10: Which prophet received the Zabur (Psalms)?
Dawud
Dawud, known as David, is described in the Quran as having received the Zabur.
Question 11: Which prophet was born miraculously to a virgin mother?
Isa
Isa, known as Jesus, is described in the Quran as born to Maryam without a father, by God's command.
Question 12: Which prophet is considered the final messenger in Islam?
Muhammad ﷺ
Muhammad ﷺ is regarded as the seal of the prophets, the last in the line that began with Adam.
About the Prophets of Islam Quiz
The Quran names 25 prophets, each sent with the same core message, worship God alone and live with integrity. This prophets of islam quiz has 12 questions and answers on Adam, Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, Isa, and others, covering the stories most Muslims grow up hearing. It's a good refresher on who did what, and why their stories are still taught today.
Each question includes a short explanation, so even a missed answer teaches you something. Take the quiz, then share your score and see how your family and friends do.