The Quran provides profound insight into the nature and mission of Jesus (peace be upon him), describing him as “a Spirit ˹created by a command˺ from God” in Surah An-Nisa (4:171). This description highlights the miraculous nature of his creation and his role as one of Allah’s honored messengers. The phrase “Jesus is the Spirit of God” has often been misinterpreted, but the Quran offers clear guidance to correct misconceptions while affirming Almighty God’s Oneness and Absolute Power.
Jesus is the Spirit of God Quran Verse
In the verse, Jesus is described as “a Spirit ˹created by a command˺ from Him (God)” (رُوحٌۭ مِّنْهُ), emphasizing the unique way he was created. Allah caused Mary (peace be upon her) to conceive Jesus through His command and the intervention of the angel Gabriel.
Almighty God states the description of Jesus in the Quran saying:
إِنَّمَا ٱلْمَسِيحُ عِيسَى ٱبْنُ مَرْيَمَ رَسُولُ ٱللَّهِ وَكَلِمَتُهُۥٓ أَلْقَىٰهَآ إِلَىٰ مَرْيَمَ وَرُوحٌۭ مِّنْهُ ۖ فَـَٔامِنُوا۟ بِٱللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِۦ ۖ وَلَا تَقُولُوا۟ ثَلَـٰثَةٌ ۚ
O People of the Book! Do not go to extremes regarding your faith; say nothing about Allah except the truth. The Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary, was no more than a messenger of Allah and the fulfillment of His Word through Mary and a spirit ˹created by a command˺ from Him. So believe in Allah and His messengers and do not say, “Trinity.”
The term “Spirit” includes two points:
- Miraculous origin: It reflects the miraculous origin of Jesus but does not imply divinity or that Jesus is a part of Allah.
- Direct Divine Act: Instead, it signifies that his creation was a direct act of Allah’s will, showcasing His ability to create life in extraordinary ways.
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Refuting Misconceptions about Jesus in the Verse
The verse also refutes incorrect beliefs, particularly the Christian concept of the Trinity:
- “Do not say ‘Three’”: A clear rejection of the idea of the Trinity, affirming that Allah is one and indivisible.
- “Exalted is He above having a son”: Allah is far above human limitations and does not beget children.
By clarifying that Jesus is a messenger of Allah and “a Spirit from Him,” the Quran establishes his noble status while rejecting claims of his divinity.
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Conclusion
To conclude, the Quran’s description of Jesus as “a Spirit ˹created by a command˺ from God” in Surah An-Nisa (4:171) underscores his miraculous creation and unique position as a Prophet. It emphasizes that Jesus was a servant of Allah, created by His command, and not divine.
This verse serves as a powerful reminder of Allah’s Oneness and Absolute Authority. Recognizing Jesus as “a Spirit from God” highlights Allah’s ability to create without limits and invites all to worship Him alone, free from partners or equals.
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