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Zakariyyā

MaryamĀl ʿImrānAl-Anbiyāʾ
About

An aged prophet and guardian of Maryam who prayed for an heir. Allah answered with the glad tidings of Yaḥyā, a sign of His power over what seems impossible.

Relationships
SonYahyaHis son, granted in old age
WardMaryamMaryam, under his care
Key Qurʼan Appearances
Āl ʿImrān 3:37
Maryam 19:7

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Zakariyyā — Anbiya