Nuh and the Great Flood
A paper-craft animation of Prophet Nuh (AS), the ark and the Great Flood, set to a recitation of Surah Hud, for children aged 4 to 9.
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What is Nuh and the Great Flood about?
Nuh and the Great Flood is an Islamic animated video for children aged 4 to 9 that shows the story of the Prophet Nuh (AS) and the ark in paper-craft pictures, while the verses of Surah Hud about the flood are recited in Arabic.
Nuh told his people to believe in Allah and to be good to each other, but many did not listen, and some were even rude to him. Allah told Nuh to build a big ship to save the believers and the animals from a great flood. A short card sets out the story in English, and then the pictures take over.
The ark stands on a green hill under a grey sky as the rain begins, and the animals gather beside it. Then the water rises, and the ark rides on dark waves as high as mountains. The recitation follows the same moments in the Qur'an: Allah tells Nuh to carry a pair of every kind, his family and the believers; Nuh says, "Board it, in the name of Allah"; he calls to his son, who says he will shelter on a mountain; and at last the earth swallows its water, the sky holds back its rain, and the ark comes to rest on Mount Judi.
A closing card tells children that Nuh and those who believed in Allah were saved, and that the story teaches the importance of listening to Allah and being patient. The video is by MforMoon, in its origami style. It lasts about three minutes and is music-free.
What your child will learn
- The Prophet Nuh (AS) called his people to believe in Allah, even when they were rude to him.
- Allah saved Nuh and those who believed in Him.
- We should listen to Allah and be patient.
- Nothing can protect us from Allah's command except His mercy.
Where this video comes from
- Surah Hud 11:36-38: Allah tells Nuh to build the ship; his people mock him as they pass by.
- Surah Hud 11:40-44: The verses recited in the video - a pair of every kind is carried, Nuh calls to his son, and the ark comes to rest on Mount Judi.
- Surah Nuh 71:5-7: Nuh called his people night and day, but they put their fingers in their ears and turned away.
Talk about it afterwards
- What did Allah tell Nuh (AS) to build, and why?
- What did Nuh's son say he would do when the water rose?
- Where did the ark come to rest?
- How was Nuh patient with his people?
Words to know
- Bismillah
- In the name of Allah.
- Judi
- The mountain where the ark came to rest.
Frequently asked questions
What age is Nuh and the Great Flood suitable for?
Children aged 4 to 9. It is short and gentle, told through pictures and a recitation of the Qur'an, though the stormy waves may be exciting for the youngest.
Is Nuh and the Great Flood based on the Qur'an?
Yes. The recitation is Surah Hud 11:40-44, the verses about the flood, and the story of Nuh's call to his people is told in Surah Hud and Surah Nuh.
Does Nuh and the Great Flood have music?
No. It is music-free.
