Muhammad is a descendant of Ishmael, as stated in the Quran and supported by Islamic tradition.

The article presents evidence from Islamic sources that challenge the assertion that Muhammad is a descendant of Ishmael. It cites Ibn Kathir, who notes the discrepancies in the number of generations between ‘Adnan and Ishmael, with estimates ranging from four to forty, indicating a lack of consensus among scholars. Furthermore, the article highlights that prominent Islamic scholars, such as Malik, were skeptical about tracing genealogy back to Ishmael, suggesting that the historical connection is tenuous at best. The lack of a clear and consistent lineage undermines the claim that Muhammad is an actual descendant of Ishmael, raising questions about the validity of this assertion within Islamic tradition itself.