Miracles of Prophet Isa

Miracles of Prophet Isa is mentioned in various verses in the Quran to confirm his prophethood and demonstrate the power of God. Let’s explore more about Prophet Isa’s miracles.

Miracles of Prophet Isa in Islam

Prophet Isa (Jesus in Islam) holds a revered position as one of the greatest prophets in Islamic teachings. In addition, his miracles were granted by Allah as signs of his prophethood, demonstrating divine power and mercy. Moreover, the Islamic view of Jesus’ miracles is based on the Quran, which highlights his extraordinary abilities, all performed by Allah’s permission.

Miracles of Prophet Isa in Quran

The Quranic verses describe several miracles that set him apart, besides it proved his divine mission:

1- Speaking as an infant (First Miracles of Prophet Isa)

One of the earliest signs of Prophet Isa was his ability to speak in the cradle, defending his mother, Maryam, and also affirming his role as a prophet.

(Surah Maryam 19:30):

“He [Isa] said, ‘Indeed, I am the servant of Allah. He has given me the Scripture and made me a prophet.'”

2- Creating birds from clay

By Allah’s will, Isa breathed life into clay birds and also making them fly.

(Surah Al-Imran 3:49):

“And [make him] a messenger to the Children of Israel, [who will say], ‘Indeed, I have come to you with a sign from your Lord in that I design for you from clay [that which is] like the form of a bird, then I breathe into it and it becomes a bird by permission of Allah. And I cure the blind and the leper, and I give life to the dead – by permission of Allah. And I inform you of what you eat and what you store in your houses. Indeed, in that is a sign for you, if you are believers.”

3- Healing the blind and lepers

His ability to restore sight and cure diseases was a testament to his divine mission.

(Surah Al-Ma’idah 5:110):

“When Allah will say, ‘O Jesus, Son of Mary, remember My favor upon you and upon your mother when I supported you with the Holy Spirit, so you spoke to the people in the cradle and in maturity; and when I taught you the Scripture and wisdom and the Torah and the Gospel; and when you designed from clay [what was] like the form of a bird with My permission, then you breathed into it, and it became a bird with My permission; and you healed the blind and the leper with My permission; and when you brought forth the dead with My permission; and when I restrained the Children of Israel from [harming] you when you came to them with clear proofs, and those who disbelieved among them said, “This is nothing but obvious magic.”

4- Raising the dead by Allah’s will

One of the most profound miracles was reviving the dead, showing Allah’s supreme power.

5- Table spread from heaven (Al-Ma’idah)

 In response to his disciples’ request, Allah sent down a feast as proof of His divine generosity in Surah Al-Ma’idah (112-115).

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In conclusion, Prophet Isa’s miracles continue to inspire believers, reminding them of the boundless power of faith. In addition to confirming the mercy of Allah.

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