Buraq
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The Buraq is a heavenly equine or chimeral beast in Islamic tradition that notably served as the mount of the Islamic prophet Muhammad during his Isra and Mi'raj journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and up through the heavens and back by night.
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See also
- Cherub
- Denglong (mythology)
- Elijah's chariot of fire
- Haizum
- Lamassu (similar winged bull creature)
- Merkabah mysticism
- Pegasus
- Rakhsh
- Tetramorph
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