ProphetYaqub

The Story of the Prophet Ya'qub (pbuh)

Ya'qub (pbuh) was one of the twin sons of Ishaq (pbuh). Allah appointed him Prophet towards his people after the death of his father. His nickname had been Israel, and his tribe was became Banu Israel (the children of Israel). Ya'qub (pbuh) had twelve sons and one daughter. The twelve tribes of the children of Israel are named after his twelve sons. The Prophet Yusuf (pbuh) was one of his sons. When Yusuf (pbuh) had disappeared by the hands of his brothers Ya'qub (pbuh) cried until he lost sight in his eyes. He was later reunited with Yusuf (pbuh) later in life. May peace be upon Ya'qub.