Prophet of Allah
Yunus (AS)
يونس
Known in other traditions as: Jonah
Sent to: The people of Nineveh
The prophet swallowed by the whale. His dua from inside the whale's belly is recited by believers in distress to this day.
Story
Sent to the people of Nineveh, who initially rejected him. He left in frustration before being granted permission. He boarded a ship; a storm struck; lots were drawn; he was thrown into the sea and swallowed by a great fish. From inside its belly, in three layers of darkness, he called out: 'La ilaha illa anta, subhanaka, inni kuntu mina-z-zalimin.' Allah delivered him. His people, having seen the signs, finally believed.
Key Lessons
- Even a prophet's hasty action is corrected with mercy.
- His dua is one of the most powerful — it is taught for all distress.
- Allah hears from inside the deepest darkness.
Quranic References
- Quran 21:87-88
- Quran 37:139-148
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