Surah Aal-i-Imraan 3:62 - Tafsir & Translation
Read the Arabic text, translation, and detailed commentary for Surah Aal-i-Imraan, Ayah 62
Arabic Text
اِنَّ هٰذَا لَهُوَ الۡقَصَصُ الۡحَـقُّ ۚ وَمَا مِنۡ اِلٰهٍ اِلَّا اللّٰهُؕ وَاِنَّ اللّٰهَ لَهُوَ الۡعَزِيۡزُ الۡحَكِيۡمُ
Transliteration
Inna hatha lahuwa alqasasualhaqqu wama min ilahin illa Allahuwa-inna Allaha lahuwa alAAazeezu alhakeem
Verse Definition & Meaning
Meaning & Definition
Al-Imran 3:62 presents the definitive conclusion about Jesus (Isa) in Islamic theology, declaring 'Indeed, this is the true narrative. There is no god except Allah, and indeed Allah is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.' This verse was revealed in response to the Christian delegation from Najran, Yemen, who came to debate with Prophet Muhammad about the nature of Jesus Christ. The verse emphasizes that the Quranic account of Jesus' miraculous birth without a father, similar to Adam's creation, is the authentic narrative, while firmly establishing monotheism (Tawhid) as the fundamental truth. According to extensive tafsir commentary, this verse concluded the theological debate where Christians claimed Jesus was divine, God's son, or part of a trinity. The Prophet's challenge of Mubahalah (mutual curse upon the liars) caused the Christian delegation to recognize the truth and withdraw from the challenge, ultimately accepting a peace treaty. The divine names Al-Aziz (The Mighty) and Al-Hakeem (The Wise) emphasize Allah's absolute power and perfect wisdom in creating both Adam without parents and Jesus without a father, demonstrating that miraculous creation doesn't imply divinity but rather showcases Allah's unlimited creative power.
This definition is based on classical Islamic scholarship and authentic interpretations from recognized scholars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions: Surah Aal-i-Imraan Ayah 62
Find answers to common questions about the meaning, interpretation, and significance of this verse in Islamic teachings and daily life.
❓What is the true narrative about Jesus mentioned in Quran 3:62?
Al-Imran 3:62 declares 'Indeed, this is the true narrative' referring to the Quranic account of Jesus' miraculous birth and nature. The verse affirms that Jesus was created by Allah's command without a father, similar to Adam's creation, but this does not make him divine. The true narrative establishes that Jesus was a prophet and messenger, not God's son or part of a trinity.
❓Why does this verse emphasize 'there is no god except Allah'?
This emphatic declaration of monotheism (Tawhid) directly addresses Christian beliefs about Jesus' divinity and the Trinity doctrine. After presenting the logical comparison between Jesus and Adam's creation, the verse firmly establishes that only Allah deserves worship, refuting claims that Jesus shares in divinity or that there are multiple gods.
❓What was the Najran delegation and their challenge to Prophet Muhammad?
The Najran delegation consisted of 60-70 Christian leaders and scholars from Najran, Yemen, who came to Medina in the 9th year of Hijra to debate about Jesus' nature. They claimed Jesus was divine, God's son, and part of a trinity. After extensive theological discussions where their arguments were refuted, they were challenged to Mubahalah (mutual cursing to determine who was lying).
❓What is Mubahalah and why did the Christians refuse this challenge?
Mubahalah is a solemn form of prayer where both parties, along with their families, gather to invoke Allah's curse upon whoever is lying in a religious dispute. The Prophet came with his grandsons Hassan and Hussein, daughter Fatimah, and son-in-law Ali. The Christians, recognizing the sincerity and spiritual power of the Prophet's family, refused the challenge and instead accepted a peace treaty with annual tribute payment.
❓How does this verse relate to the creation similarities between Adam and Jesus?
The verse concludes the logical argument presented earlier comparing Jesus and Adam's creation. If Christians claim Jesus is God's son because he was born without a father, then Adam has an even stronger claim since he was created without both father and mother. The verse establishes this as the 'true narrative' - that miraculous creation demonstrates Allah's power, not the divinity of the created being.
❓What do the divine names Al-Aziz Al-Hakeem mean in this context?
Al-Aziz (The Mighty/Exalted) emphasizes Allah's absolute power and dominance over all creation, including His ability to create miraculously as with Adam and Jesus. Al-Hakeem (The Wise) indicates that Allah's actions, including these miraculous creations, are based on perfect wisdom and serve specific purposes in His divine plan, not arbitrary displays of power.
❓How did this verse address the Christian Trinity doctrine?
The verse directly refutes Trinity beliefs by emphatically declaring 'there is no god except Allah.' It addresses the Christian argument that God's use of plural pronouns ('We created') implies multiple persons in the Godhead, clarifying that such language indicates majesty and honor, not plurality of divine beings. The verse establishes strict monotheism as the fundamental truth.
❓What was the historical impact of this theological encounter?
This encounter established important precedents for Christian-Muslim dialogue and demonstrated Islam's approach to interfaith discussions - presenting logical arguments, respecting the other party's right to maintain their beliefs, and offering peaceful coexistence through treaties. The Najran Christians' acceptance of tributary status while maintaining their faith became a model for how religious minorities could live under Islamic governance.
❓How does this verse demonstrate the relationship between reason and revelation in Islam?
The verse comes after detailed logical arguments comparing Adam and Jesus' creation, showing how Islamic theology uses both rational argumentation and revealed truth. The 'true narrative' validates both the logical reasoning presented and the divine revelation, demonstrating that in Islam, reason and revelation complement rather than contradict each other in establishing theological truths.
❓What lessons does this verse offer for modern interfaith dialogue?
This verse and its historical context offer valuable principles for contemporary interfaith relations: engaging in respectful theological discussion, presenting clear logical arguments, maintaining firm principles while respecting others' choices, and finding practical solutions for peaceful coexistence despite theological differences. The emphasis on truth-seeking through dialogue rather than force remains relevant for modern pluralistic societies.
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