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Yahya
Prophet John
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یحییٰ عربی نام ہے جس کا مطلب ہے 'اللہ مہربان ہے'۔ یہ حضرت یحییٰ علیہ السلام کا نام ہے، جو قرآن میں مذکور ایک نبی ہیں۔ وہ حضرت زکریا کے بیٹے تھے اور کم عمری میں ہی حکمت، پرہیزگاری اور نیکی کے لیے مشہور تھے۔
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Yahya
Yahya is an Arabic name meaning 'God is gracious'. It is the Arabic name for John the Baptist, a prophet of Allah mentioned in the Quran. He was the son of Prophet Zakariya (Zechariah) and was known for his wisdom, piety, and righteousness from a young age. Allah granted him wisdom while still a child, and he was called to follow the Torah. He is revered as a prophet who confirmed the word of Allah and was pure and devout.
"يَا يَحْيَىٰ خُذِ الْكِتَابَ بِقُوَّةٍ"
Acting
American actor known for his roles in 'Aquaman', 'Watchmen' (for which he won an Emmy Award), and 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'.
Politics
Third President of Pakistan (1917-1980).
Era: c. 1st century CE
Prophet of Allah, son of Zakariya, known for his wisdom, piety, and calling people to righteousness.
Yahya is the name of a respected prophet mentioned in the Quran, making it a highly recommended and blessed name.
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