Who is Yam according to Islam?
Q: Who is Yam according to Islam?
A: Yam is the fourth son of Noah in Islamic tradition.
Q: What holy books mention Yam?
A: The Muslim holy book, the Qur'an, mentions Yam. The Jewish and Christian holy books, the Torah and Bible respectively, do not mention him.
Q: Why did Yam drown instead of survive the flood with his family?
A: According to the Qur'an, Yam chose not to follow God's instructions and board Noah's boat like his father, mother and brothers did. Instead he decided to climb a mountain for protection from the flood waters.
Q: Does any version of this story say that Canaan's mother went with him to the mountain?
A: Yes, some versions (Christian/Jewish) say that Canaan's mother went with him because she loved him so much. It says when the water came she held him above her head so he would live longer before he drowned.
Q: Is it mentioned in any version of this story how old Canaan was when he went to the mountain?
A: Yes, it is mentioned that Canaan was small enough for his mother to pick up when they went to the mountain together.
Q: What does Noah say in response when asking Yam to come aboard with them on their boat?
A: In response Noah said "O my son, come aboard with us and be not with the disbelievers."
Q:What does Noah tell his son about finding protection from God’s decree during this time ?
A:Noah tells his son that there is no protector today from God’s decree except from whom He gives mercy.
