Jinn

Others are rebellious and seek to lead humans astray. These are often equated with demons or devils in other traditions. Types and Abilities

One of the most fascinating aspects of Jinn is their . Much like humans, they are not inherently good or evil. They eat, drink, marry, and die. Others are rebellious and seek to lead humans astray

Some Jinn are righteous and follow the teachings of Islam. Surah Al-Jinn in the Quran recounts how a group of them heard the recitation of the Quran and became believers. Much like humans, they are not inherently good or evil

). According to the Quran, Allah created three types of sentient beings: from light. Humans from clay. Jinn from a "smokeless flame of fire." Surah Al-Jinn in the Quran recounts how a

While all are collectively "Jinn," folklore and narrations categorize them further:

When we think of the supernatural, Western culture often jumps to ghosts or demons. But in Islamic tradition and Middle Eastern folklore, there exists a third, distinct category of sentient beings: the .

Unlike the "genies" in popular Western media, the Jinn are complex, moral agents who live in a world parallel to our own. Let’s pull back the veil on these "shadows in the night." What Are Jinn?