{"id":14633,"date":"2025-05-18T19:31:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-18T11:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.jislam.com\/?p=14633"},"modified":"2025-05-18T19:31:12","modified_gmt":"2025-05-18T11:31:12","slug":"names-of-angels-in-quran-and-sunnah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jislam.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/18\/names-of-angels-in-quran-and-sunnah\/","title":{"rendered":"Names of Angels in Qur\u2019an and Sunnah"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As -Salamu-Alaikum, brothers and sisters!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angels hold a significant position in Islamic theology. They are created from light (nur) and serve Allah with utmost obedience, carrying out His commands. The Quran mentions several angels by name, each with specific roles and responsibilities. This article delves into the names of angels in Quran and Sunnah, their meanings, and their roles, providing insights for readers to enhance their understanding of these celestial beings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Names of Angels in Quran and Sunnah<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color\"><tbody><tr><th><strong>Name<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Meaning<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Role<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Arabic Equivalent<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Jibril<\/strong><\/td><td>The Messenger of Allah<\/td><td>Communicates Allah\u2019s revelations to prophets<\/td><td><strong>\u062c\u0628\u0631\u064a\u0644<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mikail<\/strong><\/td><td>Provider of Sustenance<\/td><td>Oversees rain and sustenance<\/td><td><strong>\u0645\u064a\u0643\u0627\u0626\u064a\u0644<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Israfil<\/strong><\/td><td>The Trumpeter<\/td><td>Will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah<\/td><td><strong>\u0625\u0633\u0631\u0627\u0641\u064a\u0644<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Malik<\/strong><\/td><td>Keeper<\/td><td>Guardian of Hellfire<\/td><td><strong>\u0645\u0627\u0644\u0643<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ridwan<\/strong><\/td><td>Satisfied<\/td><td>Guardian of Paradise<\/td><td><strong>\u0631\u0636\u0648\u0627\u0646<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Munkar<\/strong><\/td><td>Denied<\/td><td>Questions the deceased in the grave<\/td><td><strong>\u0645\u0646\u0643\u0631<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Nakir<\/strong><\/td><td>Denier<\/td><td>Questions the deceased in the grave<\/td><td><strong>\u0646\u0643\u064a\u0631<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Azrael<\/strong><\/td><td>Angel of Death<\/td><td>Takes the souls of the deceased<\/td><td><strong>\u0639\u0632\u0631\u0627\u0626\u064a\u0644<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Harut<\/strong><\/td><td>One Who Descends<\/td><td>Associated with tests and trials<\/td><td><strong>\u0647\u0627\u0631\u0648\u062a<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Marut<\/strong><\/td><td>One Who Descends<\/td><td>Associated with tests and trials<\/td><td><strong>\u0645\u0627\u0631\u0648\u062a<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Kiram al Katibin<\/strong><\/td><td>Keepers<\/td><td>Record the deeds of humans<\/td><td><strong>\u0643\u0631\u0627\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0643\u0627\u062a\u0628\u064a\u0646<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Importance of Angels in Islam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angels are a vital aspect of a Muslim\u2019s faith. Belief in angels is one of the six pillars of Iman (faith) in Islam. They are neither male nor female, do not eat or drink, and are devoid of free will, making them completely obedient to Allah. Their roles range from delivering divine messages to recording deeds and overseeing cosmic phenomena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is a table listing the names of angels mentioned in the Quran, their meanings, their roles, and their Arabic equivalents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roles and Functions of Angels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jibril (\u062c\u0628\u0631\u064a\u0644): Known as Gabriel in English, he is the chief messenger angel who delivered Allah\u2019s revelations to prophets, including the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mikail (\u0645\u064a\u0643\u0627\u0626\u064a\u0644): Oversees natural phenomena such as rain and ensures sustenance for all creatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Israfil (\u0625\u0633\u0631\u0627\u0641\u064a\u0644): Will blow the trumpet to signal the Day of Judgment. He holds the trumpet awaiting Allah\u2019s command.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malik (\u0645\u0627\u0644\u0643): The guardian of Hellfire who ensures that its conditions are maintained as per Allah\u2019s command.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ridwan (\u0631\u0636\u0648\u0627\u0646): The custodian of Paradise, ensuring it remains a place of eternal bliss for the righteous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Munkar (\u0645\u0646\u0643\u0631) and Nakir (\u0646\u0643\u064a\u0631): Two angels who question the deceased in their graves about their faith and deeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Azrael (\u0639\u0632\u0631\u0627\u0626\u064a\u0644): Known as the Angel of Death, he is responsible for taking souls at the time of death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Harut (\u0647\u0627\u0631\u0648\u062a) and Marut (\u0645\u0627\u0631\u0648\u062a): Angels mentioned in Surah Al-Baqarah, sent as a test to the people of Babylon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kiram al Katibin (\u0643\u0631\u0627\u0645 \u0627\u0644\u0643\u0627\u062a\u0628\u064a\u0646): \u201cKeepers\u201d are the two angels recording the deeds of humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lessons from the Angels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Angels remind believers of the omnipresence of Allah and the importance of obedience, accountability, and preparation for the Hereafter. Their unwavering dedication to Allah inspires Muslims to strive for righteousness and fulfill their duties as His vicegerents on Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conclusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the names of angels in Qur\u2019an and sunnah deepens one\u2019s appreciation of Islamic theology and fosters a stronger connection with the Quran. By recognizing their roles, Muslims can reflect on their faith and the importance of leading a life that aligns with divine guidance. The angels\u2019 presence underscores the vastness of Allah\u2019s creation and His meticulous planning of the universe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As -Salamu-Alaikum, brothers and sisters! Angels hold a significant position in Islamic theology. 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