Will Jesus (PBUH) Return in His Human Form?
First Part: Quranic Verses on the Descent of Jesus
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Will Jesus (PBUH) Return in His Human Form?
This article explores the teachings regarding the return of Jesus (PBUH) in his human form, with a special focus on the explanations of Bediüzzaman Said Nursi and interpretations of Islamic scriptures. It delves into how various scholars have interpreted the concept of Jesus' return, the signs of his coming, and the theological implications of this momentous event in light of religious texts.
Introduction
This topic will be discussed in three parts:
1. The First Part: Verses from the Holy Quran that refer to the descent of Jesus (PBUH) in his human form at the end of times. 2. The Second Part: A look at authentic hadiths (narrations of Prophet Muhammad, PBUH) that confirm Jesus' descent. 3. The Third Part: Explanations by Islamic scholars and theologians on the matter.
First Part: Quranic Verses on the Descent of Jesus
Several verses in the Quran mention Jesus (PBUH) and his significant role in the end times. We will cite a few examples.
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Surah Az-Zukhruf (43:61):
The verse refers to Jesus, stating that his return will be a sign of the approach of the Day of Judgment. It reads:
"And indeed, Jesus will be a sign for [the coming of] the Hour." -
Surah An-Nisa (4:159):
The verse suggests that the people of the Book will believe in Jesus before his death:
"And there is none from the People of the Scripture but that he will surely believe in Jesus before his death." -
Surah Al-Maidah (5:110):
This verse refers to the miraculous birth and life of Jesus and hints at his significance in the end times.
"And you spoke to the people in the cradle and in maturity..."
The verses show that Jesus’ return is confirmed and directly tied to significant events, including his role in confirming the truth of Islamic teachings.
Second Part: Prophetic Hadiths on Jesus’ Return
The hadith literature contains numerous narrations about the return of Jesus (PBUH). These narrations have been reported by various companions of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
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Abu Hurairah (RA) narrates that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:
"By Him in Whose Hand is my soul, the son of Mary will soon descend among you as a just ruler. He will break the cross, kill the pig, and abolish the jizya (tax on non-Muslims). Wealth will be so abundant that no one will accept it, and one prostration to Allah will be better than the world and everything in it." (Sahih Bukhari) -
The Hadith of Jesus as a Just Ruler:
Jesus will not come with a new law or scripture but will act as a righteous leader who enforces the laws of Islam and establishes justice in a time when corruption has spread. -
Hadith on Jesus Killing the Antichrist (Dajjal):
One of Jesus' key missions upon his return will be to defeat the Antichrist (Dajjal), who will cause immense chaos. In one narration, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said that when Jesus returns, the Antichrist will see him and begin to dissolve, similar to how salt dissolves in water.
Third Part: Explanations from Islamic Scholars
The Islamic scholars have offered detailed explanations regarding the return of Jesus. Bediüzzaman Said Nursi, in his writings, elaborates on the symbolic and literal meanings of Jesus' descent.
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Jesus' Descent in Human Form:
Bediüzzaman clarifies that Jesus (PBUH) will return in his human form, and this descent will be a direct act of God’s will. He emphasizes that Jesus' mission will not be to bring a new religion but to confirm the truth of Islam and uphold the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). -
Spiritual Leadership:
Bediüzzaman points out that Jesus will not return as a prophet with a new message but as a spiritual leader who will guide humanity back to the path of truth. His role will include restoring justice, purifying the faith of Christians, and ultimately leading humanity under the banner of Islam. -
Hadith Interpretation:
Some hadiths about Jesus’ return also have symbolic meanings. For example, his breaking of the cross represents the end of corrupted Christian doctrines, and his killing of the pig signifies the rejection of unlawful practices. These actions symbolize the purification of religious beliefs and practices, aligning them with the true monotheistic faith of Islam.
Conclusion
The belief in Jesus' second coming is well-established in Islamic tradition, supported by both the Quran and the hadith. Scholars like Bediüzzaman Said Nursi provide deeper insights into how this event will unfold. Jesus will return not as a prophet bringing new revelations, but as a just ruler who confirms the teachings of Islam and fights the forces of falsehood, including the Antichrist.
The return of Jesus (PBUH) remains a powerful reminder of the triumph of faith over falsehood, a divine intervention that will restore justice and truth in a world beset by challenges. His return is a sign of the nearing of the Day of Judgment, and for Muslims, it is a call to reaffirm their commitment to the teachings of Islam, the final and complete religion.
