Types of Jinn
In Islam, jinn are supernatural beings created by Allah from smokeless fire, as mentioned in the Quran (Surah Al-Hijr 15:27). They possess free will, like humans, and are divided into believers and disbelievers. ## Quranic and Hadith Classifications Authentic Islamic sources, particularly a hadith narrated by Abu Tha'labah al-Khushani, describe three main types of jinn : - Those with wings that fly through the air, resembling fast winds. - Those resembling snakes, dogs, scorpions, or insects, which take animal forms. - Those that stop to rest and then resume traveling, accountable like humans. Jinn also fall into moral categories: Muslims (believers), kuffar (disbelievers), guided, and misguided . ## Common Types in Tradition Islamic folklore and texts expand on specific varieties, though not all are from core scripture - **Marid**: Powerful, rebellious sea-dwellers known for strength. - **Ifrit**: Cunning, fiery, and often malevolent; mentioned in Quran (Surah An-Naml 27:39). - **...