Which Prophet was swallowed by a large fish after leaving his people in frustration?
AYahya (AS)
BYunus (AS)
CZakariya (AS)
DAyyub (AS)
Explanation
– Yunus (AS) left his people in frustration without divine permission and was subsequently swallowed by a large fish, where he repented and called upon Allah for mercy.
– His sincere repentance while inside the fish is highlighted as a model of seeking forgiveness, and he was eventually released safely.
– For exams, remember that Surah Yunus is named after him, and his story is also referenced as the ‘Companion of the Fish’ (Sahib al-Hut) in the Quran.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Prophets
- Subtopic: Yunus (AS)

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