Ishmael (Ismail) is a significant figure in Islam, recognized as a son of Abraham and Hagar and an important prophet in Islamic tradition.
Explore the significance of Ishmael (Arabic: Ismāʿīl) in Islamic and Judeo-Christian traditions, his role as the progenitor of the Arabian race, and his contribution to the construction of the Ka'bah.
Explore the lineage and significance of the ʿArabu ʾl-Mustaʿribah, the mixed Arabs who claim descent from Ishmael and the daughter of al-Muẓāẓ, King of al-Ḥijāz. Understand their historical and religious importance in the Islamic tradition.
Explore the story of Hagar, Ishmael, and the well of Zamzam. Understand its significance in Islam and how it is commemorated today.
An in-depth look at the Islamic tradition concerning Abraham, Hagar, and Ishmael. This entry explores the narrative and its significance in Islamic theology and rituals, including the etymology and cultural context.
