Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) (also spelled Dhul-Qarnayn, Dhul-Qarnayin, or Zul-qarnayn) is a figure in Islamic tradition, who is mentioned in the Quran in the chapter "Al-Kahf" (The Cave). The Quran does not provide much information about him, but Islamic tradition identifies him as a prophet and a just ruler.
In the Quran, Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is described as a ruler who has been given power and authority by God, and who has traveled to distant lands, where he has built a barrier to protect his people from the attacks of Gog and Magog. He is also described as a man of great wisdom, who has been given the knowledge of the secrets of the earth and the heavens.
It's worth mentioning that there are different interpretations of the identity of Dhul-Kifl, and some scholars believe that it could refer to a historical figure, while others believe that it could be a metaphorical figure or an allegory for a righteous leader.
Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is most known in Islamic tradition for his role as a just ruler, who is mentioned in the Quran as a figure with power and authority given by God. He is also known for his wisdom and knowledge of the secrets of the earth and the heavens, and for his journey to distant lands where he built a barrier to protect his people from the attacks of Gog and Magog.
Additionally, he is also known for his devotion to God, and for his righteousness, and his fairness and justice. He is considered by some scholars as a prophet, however there is no explicit statement in the Quran that confirms this.
It's worth noting that there is not much detail in the Quran about Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) and his life, so the information we have about him is mostly derived from Islamic tradition and interpretations of the Quran.
According to Quran:
According to the Quran, Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is mentioned in Surah Al-Kahf (The Cave) in verse 83-101. In this passage, he is described as a ruler who has been given power and authority by God, and who has traveled to distant lands, where he built a barrier to protect his people from the attacks of Gog and Magog. He is also described as a man of great wisdom, who has been given the knowledge of the secrets of the earth and the heavens.
Here's the verse where Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is first mentioned:
"And they will ask you, [O Muhammad], about Dhul-Qarnayn. Say, "I will recite to you about him a report." (18:83)
And the following verses (18:84-101) describe his journey, his encounter with people and his building of the barrier.
It's worth mentioning that the Quran does not provide much information about Dhul-Kifl, and the identity of this figure is a subject of debate among scholars. Some interpret it as an historical figure, while others interpret it as a metaphorical figure or an allegory for a righteous leader.
According to Hadith:
According to Hadith, which are the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is also mentioned as a just ruler and a prophet mentioned in the Quran. However, unlike the Quran, Hadith provides more details about the life and character of Dhul-Kifl.
It's worth mentioning that there is not much information in the Hadith about Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) and his life, the majority of the Hadith that mention him are focused on interpreting the Quranic passages about him, and providing additional information about his actions and attributes.
For example, in Sahih Bukhari it is reported that the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said:
"Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is a man from my nation (i.e. an Arab)" (Sahih Bukhari, Vol. 9, Book 88, Hadith 174)
In Sahih Muslim, it is reported that the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said:
"Dhulkifl (Ezekiel) is a man from my nation, he is a just ruler" (Sahih Muslim, Book 30, Hadith 5831)
It's worth mentioning that the Hadith literature is vast and there's a lot of sayings attributed to prophet Muhammad (pbuh) that might elaborate more on Prophet Dhul-Kifl, but the above is a few examples. And it should be noted that the authenticity of Hadith is not equal and some of them might not be considered as authentic by all scholars.
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