Zakariya

About

Zakariya (Zechariah, peace be upon him) was the guardian of Maryam (Mary). In his old age, seeing Allah's provision for Maryam, he prayed for a son. Allah granted him Yahya (John), despite his old age and his wife's barrenness.

Key Events

• Served as guardian of Maryam
• Witnessed Allah's miraculous provision for Maryam
• Prayed for a son in old age
• Granted Yahya as a miraculous gift

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