The Mercy of Allah · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Mercy of Allah by Hilaire Belloc.
Mahmoud
major
Also known as old Mahmoud, The excellent Mahmoud
A central character, often the focal point of the narrative.
The old man
supporting
A recurring wise or pivotal figure in the story.
The judge
supporting
A legal authority figure appearing in several episodes.
The stranger
supporting
An enigmatic figure who interacts with main characters.
Poor Abdullah
supporting
Also known as Abdullah
A humble character often facing misfortune.
Tarib
supporting
Also known as Tribune Tarib, The Tribune Tarib
A tribune or official with narrative presence.
Yusouff the Blessed
supporting
Also known as Blessed, Yusouff, Yusouff the Triumphant
A named character with multiple epithets.
A master mariner
minor
A seafaring character appearing in the narrative.
His master
minor
An unnamed master referenced in the story.
Brother Selim
minor
Also known as Selim
A named character with limited appearances.
Mar-Hakim
minor
A character mentioned in the narrative.
Ibn Rashn
minor
A named character with a minor role.
Soleiman
minor
A character appearing briefly in the story.
Eblis
minor
Also known as Abd-ul-Eblis
A figure possibly representing a devilish character.
Yusouff ben Ahmed
minor
Also known as Yusouff
A distinct character from Yusouff the Blessed.
Fior
minor
A minor named character.