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Zakariyya / Story OverviewTHE STORY AT A GLANCE

Zakariyya: a visual recap

A quiet prayer and extraordinary news. Follow the chapter sequence and return to the turning points.

  1. 01

    Maryam’s care and a renewed prayer

    The account of Maryam’s household describes her mother’s dedication and Zakariyya’s care for her.

    Qur’an 3:35-41
  2. 02

    A private call and extraordinary glad tidings

    Surah Maryam begins Zakariyya’s account with the mercy of his Lord.

    Qur’an 19:2-9
  3. 03

    The sign and remembrance

    Zakariyya asks for a sign.

    Qur’an 19:10-15
CONNECT THE LESSONS

What would you carry forward?

Advanced age, concern for succession, and continued hope. Consider how the account connects these challenges with worship, responsibility, and its outcome.

HopeServiceDevotion
PEOPLE & RELATIONSHIPS

Connected households and missions

Father of Yahya · guardian of MaryamZakariyyaSon of ZakariyyaYahyaSon of Maryam‘Isa

Selected source-linked connections, not a complete genealogy. Qur’an 3:35-47

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