The story of the Prophet Nuh (Noah) and his ark - in the Quran

The story of the Prophet Nuh (Noah) and his ark is mentioned in several places in the Quran. The story emphasizes the importance of obeying Allah's commandments and the consequences of disobedience.

In Surah Hud (Chapter 11), verses 25-49: 

And indeed We sent Nuh (Noah) to his people, (saying): "I have come to you as a plain Warner."

"That you worship none but Allah, surely, I fear for you the torment of a painful Day."

The chiefs of his people said: "Verily, we see you in plain error."

(Noah) said: "O my people! There is no error in me, but I am a Messenger from the Lord of the 'Alamin (mankind, jinn and all that exists)!"

"I convey unto you the Messages of my Lord and give sincere advice to you. And I know from Allah what you know not."

"Do you wonder that there has come to you a Reminder from your Lord through a man from among you, that he may warn you, so that you may fear Allah and that you may receive (His) Mercy?"

But they belied him, so We saved him and those who were with him in the ship, and We drowned those who belied Our Ayat (proofs, evidences, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, etc.). They were indeed a blind people.

And to 'Ad (people, We sent) their brother Hud. He said: "O my people! Worship Allah! You have no other Ilah (God) but Him. (La ilaha ill-Allah: none has the right to be worshipped but Allah). Will you not fear (Allah)?"

The chiefs of those who disbelieved among his people said: "Verily, we see you in foolishness, and verily, we think you are one of the liars."

(Hud) said: "O my people! There is no foolishness in me, but (I am) a Messenger from the Lord of the 'Alamin (mankind, jinn and all that exists)!"

"I convey unto you the Messages of my Lord, and I am a trustworthy adviser (or well-wisher) for you."

"Do you wonder that there has come to you a Reminder from your Lord through a man from among you, that he may warn you? And remember that He made you successors after the people of Nuh (Noah), and increased you amply in stature. So remember the graces (bestowed upon you) from Allah, so that you may be successful."

They said: "Have you come to us that we should worship Allah Alone, and forsake that which our fathers used to worship? So bring us that wherewith you have threatened us if you are of the truthful."

(Hud) said: "The torment and wrath of your Lord will come upon you. Would you then dispute with me concerning names and their meanings? You have invented them, you and your fathers, for which Allah has sent down no authority. So wait then, I am with you among those who wait."

Then We saved him and those who were with him by a Mercy from Us, and We cut off the roots of those who belied Our Ayat (proofs, evidences, verses, lessons, signs, revelations, etc.), and they were not believers.

And to Thamud (people, We sent) their brother Salih. He said: "O my people! Worship Allah! You have no other Ilah (God) but Him. (La ilaha ill-Allah: none has the right to be worshipped but Allah). Indeed there has come to you a

clear sign from your Lord. This she-camel of Allah is a sign for you. So leave her to graze in Allah's earth, and touch her not with harm, lest a painful torment should seize you."

"And remember when He made you successors after 'Ad (people) and gave you habitations in the land, you build for yourselves palaces in plains, and carve out homes in the mountains. So remember the graces (bestowed upon you) from Allah, and do not go about making mischief on the earth."

The leaders of those who were arrogant among his people said to those who were counted weak - to such of them as believed - "Know you that Salih is one sent from his Lord." They said: "We indeed believe in that with which he has been sent."

Those who were arrogant said: "Verily, we disbelieve in that which you believe in."

So they killed the she-camel and insolently defied the Commandment of their Lord, and said: "O Salih! Bring about your threats if you are indeed one of the Messengers (of Allah)."

So the earthquake seized them, and they lay dead, prostrate in their homes.

Then he (Salih) turned from them and said: "O my people! I have indeed conveyed to you the Message of my Lord, and have given you good advice but you like not good advisers."

And (remember) Lut (Lot), when he said to his people: "Do you commit the worst sin such as none preceding you has committed in the 'Alamin (mankind and jinn)?"

"Verily, you practice your lusts on men instead of women. Nay, but you are a people transgressing beyond bounds (by committing great sins)."

And the answer of his people was only that they said: "Drive them out of your town, these are indeed men who want to be pure (from sins)!"

The story begins with Nuh's efforts to guide his people towards the path of righteousness. He warns them of the consequences of their disobedience to Allah's commandments, but they refuse to listen to him. Allah instructs Nuh to build an ark and to take on board a pair of every species of animal and a small group of believers. The flood comes and destroys all the disbelievers who refused to believe and board the ark. Nuh and the believers, along with the animals, are saved and the flood eventually subsides.

In Surah Al-Mu'minun (Chapter 23), verses 23-30: 

"Then We placed him (the sperm) as a Nutfah (mixed drops of male and female sexual discharge) in a safe lodging (womb of the woman)."

"Then We made the Nutfah into a clot (a piece of thick coagulated blood), then We made the clot into a little lump of flesh, then We made out of that little lump of flesh bones, then We clothed the bones with flesh, and then We brought it forth as another creation. So blessed be Allah, the Best of creators."

"After that, verily, you will die."

"Then (again), surely, you will be resurrected on the Day of Resurrection."

And indeed We created above you seven heavens (one over the other), and We are never unaware of the creation."

"And We sent down from the sky water (rain) in (due) measure, and We gave it lodging in the earth, and verily, We are Able to take it away."

"Then We brought forth for you therewith gardens of date palms and grapes, wherein is much fruit for you, and whereof you eat."

"And a tree (olive) that springs forth from Mount Sinai, that grows oil, and (it is a) relish for the eaters."

Allah reminds the believers of the story of Nuh and his ark as a lesson to learn from history. The verses emphasize the need to follow the guidance of Allah and the consequences of rejecting His guidance.

The story of Nuh and his ark serves as a reminder of the importance of obeying Allah's commandments and the consequences of disobedience. It also highlights the power and mercy of Allah, who saves those who have faith in Him and obey His commands. The story of Nuh and his ark is a timeless reminder for believers to remain steadfast in their faith and to always seek guidance from Allah.

The story of Prophet Nuh (Noah) and his ark is mentioned in several chapters of the Quran, including Surahs Al-Ankabut, Noah, and Hud. It tells the story of a prophet named Nuh, who warned his people for 950 years about the punishment of Allah if they did not turn away from their sins and worship Him alone. Nuh's people, however, mocked and rejected his message, and so Allah revealed to Nuh that he should build an ark and gather believers and pairs of every animal on it. A great flood then came upon the earth, and everyone who did not board the ark perished. After the flood, Nuh's ark came to rest on a mountain, and he and the believers were saved. The story of Prophet Nuh is a reminder of the importance of faith in Allah, obedience to His commandments, and the consequences of ignoring the warnings of the prophets.