The Religious Beliefs of the Thamud People

Authors

  • Walaa Hasan Lifta University of Basrah / College of Education for Women
  • Suhaila Mar'i Marzouq University of Basrah / College of Education for Women

Keywords:

Thamud People, Religious Beliefs, Holy Quran, Polytheism, Idols

Abstract

The Thamud people are considered one of the ancient nations mentioned in the Holy Quran in numerous Quranic verses. Their prevailing belief was polytheism, and God, the Most High, sent his prophet Salih (peace be upon him) to invite them to worship God and abandon the worship of idols and statues. One of the signs brought by the prophet Salih (peace be upon him) is the she-camel, known as the "She-Camel of Salih." However, only a few of them believed in him

Published

2023-09-15