Prophet Sulaiman AS ibn Dawud (Solomon son of David) was, according to the Quran, a Malik (King) and Nabi (Prophet) of the Israelites. Islamic tradition generally holds that he was the third King of Jewish people, and a just and wise ruler for the nation. Islam views Prophet Sulaiman AS or Prophet Solomon AS as one of the elect of God, who was bestowed upon with many God-given gifts, including the ability to speak to animals and rule jinn (demon race).
Muslims further maintain that he remained faithful to a one and only God throughout his life; and reigned justly over the whole of the Israelites; was blessed with a level of Kingship which was given to none after him and before him; and fulfilled all of his commandments, being promised nearness to Allah SWT (God) in Paradise at the end of his life. Arab historians regarded Prophet Sulaiman AS (Solomon) as one of the greatest rulers around the world.
