Lesson 16
Elijah
Zeal for Monotheism, confronting Baal, fire from heaven, herald of repentance
Step 1
What does the Qur'an say?
- Surah As-Saffat (37:123–132)
"Indeed, Elijah was among the messengers. When he said to his people: 'Do you not fear Allah? Do you call upon Ba'l and forsake the Best of creators?'"
- Surah Al-An'am (6:85)
Listed among the righteous along with Zechariah, John, and Jesus.
Key Roles
- A fearless prophet who challenged widespread idolatry (worship of Baal) and called his nation back to the Lord.
Reflection Questions
- ◆What pagan deity did Elijah challenge his people for worshiping in Surah 37:125?
Quiz 1 — Qur'anic Reading
Question 1
In Surah As-Saffat (37:125), what false idol did Prophet Ilyas confront his people for worshiping?
Insight
True prophets boldly expose false idols and summon people back to the Best of Creators.