Explain the role of Prophet Yahya (John the Baptist) in Islam.
Prophet Yahya, known as John the Baptist in Christianity, is a prophet in Islam who was known for his piety, asceticism, and devotion to Allah. He was the son of Prophet Zakariya (peace be upon him) and was given wisdom and prophethood at a young age. He preached righteousness and called people to repent and turn to Allah.