Prophets in the Quran
Nuh
Called his people for centuries with almost no response, then built the ark on command.
The account
What the Quran relates about Nuh
Key events
- 1Nine hundred and fifty years of calling
- 2The building of the ark amid mockery
- 3The flood, and the son who refused to board
What is drawn from it
- Effort is asked of us; results are not ours to guarantee
- Nearness of blood does not substitute for faith
References
Surahs where the account appears
The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
The stories, taught with their sources
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Where is Nuh mentioned in the Quran?
In 6 surahs: 7, 10, 11, 23, 26, 71. The numbers are given so the references can be checked rather than taken on trust.
Is there a surah named after Nuh?
Yes, surah 71 carries the name.
What are the main events in the story of Nuh?
Nine hundred and fifty years of calling, The building of the ark amid mockery and The flood, and the son who refused to board.
What is usually drawn from the story of Nuh?
Effort is asked of us; results are not ours to guarantee and Nearness of blood does not substitute for faith.
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