The story of Hazrat Musa (A.S.) and Khidr (A.S.) is one of the most profound narratives in Islamic tradition. It teaches that no matter how much knowledge a person carries, the wisdom of Allah id far beyond human understaning.

After traveling for many hours, they rested by a rock. During their rest, something miraculous happened. The fish slipped into the water and swam away, leaving behind a trail like a tunnel through the sea.

When they continued their journey, Musa’s companion remembered the fish and informed him. Musa (A.S.) realized this was the sign he had been seeking.

They turned back and found a man sitting peacefully by the shore—a servant of Allah, known as Khidr (A.S.).

Musa (A.S.) gently greeted him and asked:

“May I follow you, so you may teach me the wisdom Allah has taught you?”

Khidr (A.S.) warned him:

“You will not be able to remain patient with me.”

But Musa (A.S.) promised that he would try his best and not question anything until the time was right.

Khidr (A.S.) agreed, and the journey of divine mysteries began.

Throughout their journey, Khidr (A.S.) performed three actions that Musa (A.S.) could not understand. Each seemed unfair, even shocking. But the truth behind them revealed the depth of Allah’s knowledge.

1. The Damaged Boat

The first thing Khidr (A.S.) did was approach a small boat owned by poor fishermen. With his own hands, he made a hole in it, damaging it.

Musa (A.S.) was shocked.

“You damaged their boat! They depend on this for their livelihood!”

But Khidr reminded him of his promise not to question him. Musa (A.S.) stayed quiet, but his heart was heavy.

2. The Boy Who Lost His Life

As they continued, they came across some children playing. Khidr (A.S.) took the life of a young boy.

Musa (A.S.) was deeply troubled.

“You have taken an innocent life! How could such a thing be right?”

Again Khidr (A.S.) reminded him of his earlier promise. Musa (A.S.) apologized and continued.

3. The Wall in the Unwelcoming Town

Finally, they reached a town where no one offered them hospitality. Despite this unkindness, Khidr (A.S.) repaired a collapsing wall for free.

Musa (A.S.) questioned:

“Why help people who refused to help us? You could have asked for payment.”

At this point, Khidr (A.S.) said:

“This is where our paths separate, but I will explain what you could not bear patiently.”

Khidr (A.S.) revealed the true reasons behind each mysterious event—reasons known only through divine inspiration.

🌊 The Boat

The damaged boat belonged to poor fishermen. A cruel king was seizing every good boat by force. By slightly damaging it, Khidr (A.S.) ensured the boat looked worthless to the king, saving the livelihood of the owners.

👦 The Boy

The boy, though innocent at that moment, would grow into a source of great sorrow and corruption for his righteous parents. Allah intended to replace him with a better, more loving child who would bring peace to their home.

🏚️ The Wall

The wall belonged to two orphan boys. Beneath it lay a treasure left for them by their father, a pious man. If the wall fell early, greedy townspeople would steal it. By repairing it, Khidr protected the treasure until the children grew mature.

After explaining each event, Khidr (A.S.) reminded Musa (A.S.) that everything he did was guided by Allah’s special knowledge—knowledge beyond ordinary understanding.

Musa (A.S.) accepted this with deep humility, realizing that even prophets learn from the wisdom Allah chooses to reveal.