About
The tyrant of Egypt who claimed lordship and oppressed the Children of Israel. He rejected Mūsā's clear signs and pursued the believers, and was drowned with his army — a sign and a warning for all who come after.
The name
Firʿawn is the title of the kings of Egypt, not a personal name.
Source: Tafsīr
Relationships
AdversaryOpposed the prophet Mūsā
WifeHis believing wife (tradition)
Key appearances
Tap a reference to read the āyah — Arabic with English beneath.