Ismail Aga Mosque

Ismail (Arabic: إسماعيل, romanized: ʾIsmāʿīl) is an Arabic given name. It corresponds to the English name Ishmael. The literal translation of the name Ismail is "heard by God" and according to Abrahamic tradition, it refers to the yearning of Abraham and his wife, Sarah, to have a child.

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Ismail (A.S.) is regarded as a Prophet and an ancestor to the last Prophet Mohammed (S.A.W.). He also became associated with Makkah and the construction of the Kaaba/Qibla. Birth of Ismail (A.S.): According to some sources, Ismail (A.S.) was born in 1800 BC in present day Palestine.

Prophet Ismail (AS) was the raiser of the Holy Kaaba and the Father of the Arabs. From a very young age, Prophet Ismail (AS) devoted his life to preaching Islam and fulfilling the commandments of Allah SWT.

The story of Prophet Ismail (AS) according to the Qur'an and hadith. We provide a unique learning experience with a free audiobook and engaging graphics.

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Arabic form of Ishmael, also used in several other languages. According to the Quran and Islamic tradition Ismail was a prophet and the founder of the Arab people.

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Learn the story of prophet Ismail in Islam in brief. We answer some of the most common questions related to his childhood and family tree. Besides with the most important lessons behind.

Revered in Islam as a noble prophet, Ismail’s life is closely tied to that of his father, Prophet Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), and holds deep spiritual lessons for Muslims worldwide.

The name "Ismail" has evolved over time, reflecting the changing cultural and historical contexts in which it has been used. Its origins can be traced back to the Arabic language, where it means "heard by God" or "God listens."