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هارون

Harun (Aaron)

The Minister and Brother of Musa

Period

Contemporary of Musa (~1400 BCE)

Location

Egypt and Sinai Peninsula

People

The Children of Israel

Quran Mentions

20x

The Story

Harun was Musa's older brother, appointed by Allah as his helper and co-prophet due to his eloquent speech. He assisted Musa in confronting Pharaoh and leading the Israelites. When Musa went to receive the Torah, Harun tried to prevent the people from worshipping the golden calf.

Key Quranic Verses

Surah 7:142Surah 20:29-36Surah 20:90-94

Lessons to Learn

1

Supporting others in their mission is noble

2

Eloquence is a gift to be used for truth

3

Cooperation in righteousness strengthens the cause

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