Tale#53: Prophetic Tales: Episode 19:Prophet Zakariyya (AS) 🌿 | The Story of Faith, Dua & Miracles
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Every story of a prophet is a story of hope — but the story of Prophet Zakariyya (AS) is a story of dua, patience, and the power of never giving up on Allah’s mercy. 🌙
A Prophet with a Gentle Heart 🌿
Prophet Zakariyya (AS) was a righteous man and a devoted servant of Allah. He spent his life teaching, praying, and guiding others toward goodness. Though his heart was full of peace, one longing remained — he wished for a child to continue spreading Allah’s message after him.
But Zakariyya (AS) was old, and his wife was unable to bear children. Still, he never lost hope. He turned to Allah in quiet whispers of faith.
The Whispered Dua 💫
In the stillness of the night, when others slept, Zakariyya (AS) made a heartfelt prayer:
“My Lord, grant me from Yourself a good offspring. Indeed, You are the Hearer of supplication.”
— Surah Aal-Imran (3:38)
He didn’t ask in despair — he asked in love, knowing that nothing is impossible for Allah. 🌙
The Miracle of Hope 🌸
Allah, in His infinite mercy, answered Zakariyya’s dua in the most beautiful way. The angels came to him with glad tidings:
“Allah gives you good news of a boy whose name will be Yahya.”
— Surah Maryam (19:7)
Zakariyya (AS) was amazed — not because he doubted Allah’s power, but because the miracle came when logic said it was too late. His faith had been rewarded, showing that dua is never wasted — it is heard, stored, and answered at the perfect time.
The Birth of Yahya (AS) 🌿
Prophet Yahya (AS) was born as a sign of Allah’s mercy and a blessing to his parents. From a barren womb came a prophet whose heart was pure, gentle, and full of wisdom.
Zakariyya (AS) saw in his son the living proof that Allah can bring life where there was none — hope where there was despair.
Lessons for Families 💖
Never stop making dua. Even when years pass, Allah hears every whisper.
Miracles happen in silence. Faith grows in moments of waiting.
Trust Allah’s timing. What feels delayed is often delivered perfectly.
Teach your children to pray with certainty. Dua builds a lifelong bond with Allah.
A Reflection for Parents and Kids 🌙
When you or your child feel that something is impossible, remember Prophet Zakariyya (AS). Tell your children:
“If Allah can give Prophet Zakariyya a child in his old age, He can answer any prayer you make.”
Faith isn’t about how fast our prayers are answered — it’s about trusting that Allah never forgets those who call upon Him sincerely. 🌿
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Let’s raise children who pray like Zakariyya (AS) — with patience, hope, and unshakable faith in Allah’s mercy. 🌸