Do Muslims Believe in Jesus? The Islamic Perspective Explained
One of the most asked questions by non-Muslims — and even many Muslims who struggle to explain their faith — is this: do Muslims believe in Jesus? The answer is yes. But the Islamic belief about Jesus is so different from what most people expect that it surprises both Christians and Muslims alike. It is deeper, more nuanced, and in many ways more respectful of Jesus than most people realize. Let us explore exactly what Islam says about Jesus — who he was, what he did, and why Muslims love and honor him as one of the greatest prophets who ever lived. Who is Jesus in Islam? In Islam, Jesus is known as Isa ibn Maryam — Jesus, the son of Mary. He is not just mentioned in passing. He is one of the five greatest prophets in Islam, known as Ulul Azm — the prophets of highest resolve. These five are: Nuh (Noah) Ibrahim (Abraham) Musa (Moses) Isa (Jesus) Muhammad ﷺ Jesus holds one of the most honored positions in all of Islamic theology. The Quran mentions him by name 25 times — more than ...