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A pproaching the West—119 persons, serving others selflessly, concerned about their welfare. They always remained submissive to the will of God, and worshipped none but One God. They were able to show miracles and signs to prove the power of God and to bring their people to God. They remained strongly connected with God, having constant communication with Him. Their prayers were accepted. Blessed by God and His angels, they became a source of blessing for their followers. Usually, they were family men, married, with children. Being mortals, they met their death, as any other human. Obeying all the Prophets is required by God. The believers are instructed to revere them and adhere to their teachings faithfully. After saying the name of a Prophet, the words “peace be on him” are added to show respect and loyalty to them. They are to be followed, but not to be taken as Lords beside the One God. However, all the Prophets faced bitter opposition. Satan put obstacles in their way. At times they were mocked at, fought with, and rebelled against; attempts were even made by their enemies to kill them. But they remained patient, steadfast, resolute and courageous. In the end, with the help of God, they were victorious over all opposition. Thus, in their personal lives they set an example as models for others to be followed. The chain of Prophets started with the advent of Adam. He was the first Prophet, a vicegerent of God on the earth. The Holy Qur’ ā n mentions only a few Prophets by name. Some of them are well-known. Biblical Prophets such as Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses, Aaron, David, Solomon, and Jesus, while others are non-