Yusuf is considered as the most handsome man in history 💚. I decided to read Surah Yusuf. I tried to read the translation in English at first but feel a bit odd since in that translation they also translate the name, while not in my Quran with Indonesian translation. I thought translating name is only in the bible.
Yusuf = Joseph; Ya'qub = Jacob; Ibrahim = Abraham; Ishaq = Isaac, so on.
Indeed the story of Yusuf is also present in Judaism and Christianity scripture, not sure if there is different in detail or just different in point of view.
There is no definite record of when is the lifespan of Yusuf but its estimated to be 1600–1700 BCE, so 2000 years before the prophecy of Muhammad.
Verse 3: We relate to you, [O Muḥammad], the best of stories in what We have revealed to you of this Qur’ān although you were, before it, among the unaware.
Verse 111: There was certainly in their stories a lesson for those of understanding. Never was it [i.e., the Qur’ān] a narration invented, but a confirmation of what was before it and a detailed explanation of all things and guidance and mercy for a people who believe.
Again, in this chapter it also mention about forgiveness. Yusuf forgave his siblings that attempted to kill him.
Verse 92: He (Yusuf) said, "No blame will there be upon you today. May Allāh forgive you; and He is the most merciful of the merciful.
Other notable story is also when Yusuf chose more to be in jail rather than committing adultery and he was firm to refuse despite the woman's attempts to seduce him. Is there one today? 😅
Verse 23: I seek refuge in Allah! Truly, he (your husband) is my master and has treated me well.
Yes, Yusuf was a slave at that time, yet Allah granted him prophethood, showing that divine wisdom is not limited by social status. Allah chooses His prophets based on righteousness and merit. There is no discrimination nor caste system in Islam.[]
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