What was the familial relationship between Prophet Ismail علیہ السلام and Prophet Ishaq علیہ السلام?

Explanation

Prophet Ibrahim علیہ السلام had two sons who both became prophets: Ismail علیہ السلام from his wife Hajira (RA) and Ishaq علیہ السلام from his wife Sarah (RA). Ismail was the elder brother, and the lineage of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ descends through him, while the lineage of Bani Israel comes through Prophet Ishaq علیہ السلام. This makes them half-brothers sharing the same father.

Good to know

Prophet Ismail علیہ السلام is associated with the well of Zamzam and the construction of the Kaaba alongside his father Ibrahim علیہ السلام. Prophet Ishaq علیہ السلام was born later to Sarah when she was advanced in age, as a miraculous gift from Allah (SWT). The Quran mentions both prophets with great respect, and their brotherhood is a key point in understanding the shared Abrahamic roots of Islam and Judaism.

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