Jesus: Islamic interpretations
I can explain Islamic interpretations of Jesus (Isa), including prophethood, revelation and miracles.
Jesus: Islamic interpretations
I can explain Islamic interpretations of Jesus (Isa), including prophethood, revelation and miracles.
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Key learning points
- Many Muslims refer to Jesus as 'Isa', which is the Arabic form of the name 'Jesus'.
- In Islam, Isa is a prophet but not the son of God, and the holy text (the Qur'an) says that no-one is equal to Allah.
- Many Muslims believe that Allah revealed the Injil, one of the four Islamic holy texts revealed by Allah, to Isa.
- Many Muslims share the belief that Isa was born to a virgin and that Allah allowed Isa to perform miracles.
- Many Muslims reject the crucifixion and resurrection and instead believe that Allah raised Isa to heaven.
Keywords
Isa - the Arabic form of the name 'Jesus'
Injil - the Arabic term for the Gospel; it was revealed to Isa and is one of the four holy books in Islam
Miracle - extraordinary acts or events that defy the laws of nature
Prophet - a person regarded as an inspired leader who shares the will of God
Common misconception
Jesus is not important within Islam.
Jesus is highly regarded within Islam as one of the greatest prophets.
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