Category: Islamic Studies | Last updated: 2026-07-28

Which specific sign was given to Prophet Yunus (AS) that saved him from destruction after being swallowed by a large fish?

A) A dove bringing him a leaf
B) His fervent supplication, 'La ilaha illa Anta, Subhanaka, inni kuntu minaz-zalimin'
C) The fish bringing him to a safe island
D) An angel delivering him to the shore

Explanation

Prophet Yunus (AS) was swallowed by a large fish after leaving his people in anger. Inside the fish, he made a sincere supplication, 'There is no deity except You; exalted are You. Indeed, I have been of the wrongdoers.' This prayer, mentioned in the Quran, was the means by which Allah saved him.

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