Shuaib

Shuaib, an ancient Midianite prophet revered in Islam and the Druze faith, is often associated with the Hebrew biblical figure Jethro, who was Moses's father-in-law. His life and teachings are significant in the Islamic tradition, where he is recognized as one of the four Arabian prophets sent by God, alongside Hud, Salih, and Muhammad.

Shuaib is mentioned in the Quran eleven times, where he is depicted as a preacher who called the Midianites, also known as the Aṣḥāb al-Aykah or 'Companions of the Wood', to abandon their fraudulent practices and embrace the 'straight path'. His eloquence in speech earned him the title of 'the eloquent preacher amongst the prophets', as noted by the Islamic scholar Ibn Kathir.

According to tradition, Shuaib lived after the time of Ibrahim (Abraham) and was sent to guide the Midianite community. Despite his warnings, the community's refusal to repent led to their destruction by God, a pivotal moment that underscores the importance of his prophetic mission.

The Druze community holds Shuaib in high esteem, honoring him as their principal prophet. They commemorate his legacy with an annual pilgrimage to Nabi Shu’ayb, a site in Lower Galilee believed to be his tomb, which takes place from April twenty-fifth to twenty-eighth, known as Ziyara.