The Message of Jesus in the Quran
The Quran presents Jesus as one of the greatest messengers of God—a man of truth, righteousness, and extraordinary strength of character. It honors his mother Mary, affirms his miracles, and restores his message to its original purity: worship God alone.
The followers of Jesus were originally submitters—people devoted to God, living righteously, and preparing for the Hereafter. Their path was part of the religion of Abraham, the same faith followed by all prophets.
Jesus: A Messenger of God
The Quran emphasizes that Jesus was:
- A messenger
- A servant of God
- A supporter of the Torah
- A bringer of good news
- A man strengthened by the Holy Spirit (Gabriel)
- A sign for humanity
Jesus never claimed divinity. He never called people to worship him. He called them to worship God, the Creator of the heavens and the earth.
The Earliest Followers of Jesus
The earliest disciples of Jesus were described as helpers of God—committed to truth and righteousness. They followed monotheism, scripture, moral living, and accountability before God. This is the same system followed by Abraham, Moses, and all prophets.
Christianity, in its original form, was not a separate religion. It was simply submission to God—the religion of Abraham.
The Quran Restores the True Message of Jesus
Over time, Jesus’ teachings became mixed with philosophical interpretations, church decisions, theological councils, and human traditions. The Quran clears this confusion and restores the simple truth:
- There is only one God.
- Jesus was His messenger.
- Worship God alone.
This is the same message given to all prophets.
Mary: Honored by God
Mary is one of the most honored women in the Quran. She is described as pure, devout, truthful, and chosen above all women of her time. Her devotion, strength, and trust in God mirror the character of her son.
Miracles Granted to Jesus
The Quran acknowledges the miracles performed by Jesus, clarifying that all miracles came from God:
- Healing the sick
- Reviving the dead (by God’s leave)
- Speaking in infancy
- Creating a bird from clay (by God’s leave)
These were signs of God’s support for His messenger.
One God, One Message
The Quran teaches that Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad did not bring different religions. They revived the same religion: submission to God alone.
Jesus never taught trinity, original sin, or worship of himself. These developments emerged later and can be addressed in the Nicene Creed section.
The Gospel (Injeel)
The Quran confirms that God gave Jesus a scripture called the Gospel—a guidance, a light, a reminder, and a confirmation of the Torah. The original Gospel was a message from God, distinct from later writings compiled centuries after Jesus.
Christians Who Worship God Alone
The Quran speaks respectfully of Christians who believe in one God, do good works, are humble, and recognize God’s truth when they hear it. Anyone who worships God alone and leads a righteous life is considered a submitter, regardless of label.
A Bridge, Not a Barrier
The Quranic portrayal of Jesus builds bridges between faith communities. It reminds us that all prophets brought the same message and all sincere believers belong to the same spiritual family. Labels do not define righteousness—sincerity and deeds do.
Conclusion
In the Quran, Jesus is a messenger of God. His followers are submitters. His message is monotheism. His path is the religion of Abraham.
Christianity, in its original essence, is part of the universal submission taught by all prophets. This page affirms Jesus’ honored place in the Quran and invites all sincere seekers to revisit the unifying message at the heart of God’s revelation.