According to the Quran, there are three categories of rational creatures: Angels (and demons), jinn(s) and humans The jinn may be good or evil and occupy a middle position between angels and humans
A class of creation in some ways similar to human beings Though they are non-physical beings, they possess, like humans, a free will Thus, they may choose to obey or disobey Gods commandments, and will ultimately be held accountable for their actions Occasionally they involve themselves in the lives of human beings, causing confusion and fright, though not all jinns are believed to be malevolent