📜 Basic Information
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Al-Yasa‘ (Elisha) – عليه السلام |
| Mentioned In | Qur’an: Surah Al-An‘ām 6:86, Surah Ṣād 38:48 |
| Lineage | Banu Isra’il (Children of Israel) |
| Prophethood Era | After Prophet Ilyās (AS) |
| Mission | Continued da‘wah to Banu Isra’il |
| Known For | Righteousness, patience, leadership |
📖 Al-Yasa‘ in the Qur’an
Though his story isn’t told in full detail, Al-Yasa‘ (AS) is praised clearly and respectfully in two verses of the Qur’an:
“And Ismā‘īl and Al-Yasa‘ and Yūnus and Lūṭ — and all We preferred over the worlds.”
[Surah Al-An‘ām 6:86]
“And remember Ishmael, Elisha, and Dhul-Kifl, and all are among the best.”
[Surah Ṣād 38:48]
These verses emphasize his righteousness and elevated status among prophets, grouped with others known for patience, strength, and virtue.
🧭 His Role After Ilyās (AS)
Al-Yasa‘ (AS) is believed to have been the successor (khalīfa) or student of Prophet Ilyās (AS). After Ilyās faced rejection from most of his people, Al-Yasa‘ took on the mission of guiding the remaining believers and leading Banu Isra’il.
His mission likely involved:
- Calling people back to monotheism (Tawḥīd)
- Upholding the teachings of earlier prophets
- Reforming moral decay and injustice among his people
🛡️ A Prophet of Strength and Patience
Though specific events are not detailed in the Qur’an, scholars agree that Al-Yasa‘ (AS) was known for:
- Perseverance in da‘wah
- Righteous leadership
- Steadfast belief in Allah despite difficulties
Like many prophets of Banu Isra’il, he likely dealt with a community that drifted from divine teachings, and he worked to guide them back with wisdom and dedication.
📚 In Other Traditions
Some historical and Israelite traditions associate Al-Yasa‘ with miraculous acts, including healing and reviving the dead — similar to Elisha in the Bible — but these stories are not confirmed by the Qur’an or sahih (authentic) hadiths. As Muslims, we respect these reports but do not affirm them without clear evidence.
🌟 Lessons from the Life of Al-Yasa‘ (AS)
| Lesson | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Leadership through sincerity | He continued the message of Ilyās with dedication. |
| Being among the “best” | Allah’s praise in the Qur’an shows how greatness is tied to submission and righteousness. |
| Perseverance in da‘wah | Even when people resist truth, prophets persist with patience. |
| Continuity in guidance | The chain of prophets shows how Islam was guided step by step. |
🏛️ Summary of Prophet Al-Yasa‘ (AS)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Role | Prophet after Ilyās (AS) |
| Community | Banu Isra’il |
| Main Traits | Patience, righteousness, devotion |
| Qur’anic Status | Among the best and most honored by Allah |
| Legacy | Continued the divine message with strength and wisdom |
🤲 Final Reflections
Prophet Al-Yasa‘ (AS) teaches us that even without grand miracles or fame, being firm upon the truth, serving others for the sake of Allah, and remaining patient in difficult times is a sign of greatness. His example reminds us that Allah honors sincerity, even if the world forgets it.
