Solomon

Solomon (Sulaimān)
Explore the figure of Solomon, known as Sulaimān (سليمان‎) in Arabic and Shelōmōh (שְׁלֹמֹה‎) in Hebrew. Understand his role, wisdom, and divine gifts as described in the Qur'an and Islamic tradition.
Bilqīs (بلقيس‎) - The Queen of Sabaʾ
Explore the historical and Qur'anic account of Bilqīs (بلقيس‎), the Queen of Sabaʾ, her encounter with King Solomon, and her subsequent significance in Islamic tradition.
Lapwing
Explore the term 'Lapwing,' its etymology, and significance in Islamic tradition. Learn about the story of the Lapwing in the Qur’an and its role in the narratives of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.
Solomon
Solomon, described in the Qur'an as the son of David, is a king renowned for his wisdom, the builder of the Temple in Jerusalem, and a prophet with remarkable spiritual insight.
ṢAK͟HR (صخر‎) in Islamic Cosmology
Explore the figure of Ṣak͟hr, a jinn in Islamic tradition, his role in the story of Prophet Solomon, and his impact on Islamic literature and cosmology.

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