Prophet Isa (AS) - The Miracle of Allah
Learn about Prophet Isa (Jesus), his miracles, his message, and his place in Islam.
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: - Tell the story of Prophet Isa (AS) and his mother Maryam - Know the miracles Allah gave to Isa - Understand the Islamic view of Isa (AS) as a prophet, not the son of God - Learn about the return of Isa (AS) near the end of times
Prophet Isa (peace be upon him), known as Jesus in English, was one of the greatest prophets of Allah. His mother was Maryam (Mary), one of the most honored women in Islam. Maryam was a pious woman who devoted herself to the worship of Allah. One day, the angel Jibril came to her and gave her the news that she would have a son. She was amazed because she was not married. But Allah's power is beyond human understanding — Isa was born by Allah's command, without a father, just as Allah created Adam without a father or mother. Allah gave Isa many miracles to prove his prophethood. As a baby, Isa spoke from the cradle to defend his mother. He could heal the sick, give sight to the blind, and even bring the dead back to life — all by Allah's permission. He could also make birds out of clay and breathe life into them, by Allah's will. Isa's message was simple: worship Allah alone. He taught the Injil (Gospel) and guided the Children of Israel. But many people rejected him. The leaders plotted against him. Allah raised Isa up to Himself, saving him from their plot. The person who was made to look like Isa was caught instead, and Isa was not killed or crucified. In Islam, Isa is a beloved prophet of Allah, not the son of God. Allah says in the Quran that it does not befit His majesty to have a son. Isa will return near the end of times to defeat the Antichrist (Dajjal) and establish justice on Earth. Muslims love and respect Isa and his mother Maryam deeply.
Qur'an Verses
إِنَّ مَثَلَ عِيسَىٰ عِندَ اللَّهِ كَمَثَلِ آدَمَ ۖ خَلَقَهُ مِن تُرَابٍ ثُمَّ قَالَ لَهُ كُن فَيَكُونُ
Inna mathala 'Isa 'inda Allahi ka-mathali Adam khalaqahu min turabin thumma qala lahu kun fa-yakun
Translation: Indeed, the example of Isa to Allah is like that of Adam. He created him from dust; then He said to him, 'Be,' and he was.
وَقَوْلِهِمْ إِنَّا قَتَلْنَا الْمَسِيحَ عِيسَى ابْنَ مَرْيَمَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ وَمَا قَتَلُوهُ وَمَا صَلَبُوهُ وَلَٰكِن شُبِّهَ لَهُمْ
Wa qawlihim inna qatalna al-Masih 'Isa ibna Maryama rasula Allahi wa ma qataluhu wa ma salabuhu wa lakin shubbiha lahum
Translation: And [for] their saying, 'Indeed, we have killed the Messiah, Isa, the son of Maryam, the messenger of Allah.' And they did not kill him, nor did they crucify him; but [another] was made to resemble him to them.
Authentic Hadith
The Prophet ﷺ said: 'By Him in Whose Hands my soul is, the son of Mary (Isa) will shortly descend amongst you people as a just ruler.'
Explanation
This hadith tells us that Prophet Isa (AS) will return to Earth near the end of times as a just leader. This is an important belief in Islam.
The Prophet ﷺ said: 'None is more entitled to be mentioned in the sight of Allah on the Day of Resurrection as a result of a dispute than the people of the Book (Jews and Christians) regarding Isa, son of Maryam.'
Explanation
This shows that Prophet Isa's status is a major topic on the Day of Judgment, as some people elevated him too much and others wronged him.
Prophet Isa teaches us that Allah's power is limitless. He can create without a father, heal the sick, and raise the dead. We should worship Allah alone and never associate partners with Him, as Isa himself taught.
- 1.Who was Prophet Isa's mother?
- 2.How was Isa born without a father?
- 3.What miracles did Allah give to Isa?
- 4.What was Isa's main message?
- 5.What do Muslims believe about Isa (AS)?
- 6.What will Isa do when he returns near the end of times?
1. What was Isa's main message?
2. How was Isa born?
3. What could Isa make from clay?
4. Who were Isa's main audience?
5. What miracle did Isa do as a baby?
6. What book was given to Isa?
7. Who was Prophet Isa's mother?
8. What does 'Mu'jiza' mean?
9. Did the people kill Isa?
10. Which other prophet was born without a father?
11. In Islam, is Isa the son of Allah?
12. What could Isa do with the dead?
13. What do we learn from Prophet Isa's story?
14. What did the leaders plot against Isa?
15. What title is given to Isa?
16. How do Muslims view Isa?
17. What does the Quran say about Allah having a son?
18. What will Isa do near the end of times?
19. Who was the angel that came to Maryam?
20. What could Isa heal?
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