What is the correct description of the Buraq, and did it have wings?
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The Buraq is the mount ridden by the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, on the night of Al-Isra’ wal-Mi'raj (the Night Journey and Ascension). It was described as a white, long animal, taller than a donkey but smaller than a mule, placing its hoof at the farthest reach of its gaze. It was bridled and saddled, and it resisted the Prophet initially, but then submitted to him by the command of Jibril (Gabriel), peace be upon him. Previous prophets used to ride it. As for what has been reported describing it as having wings or other forms in hadiths, such traditions are very weak and cannot be used as evidence.
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