This axis brings together 1 instance of this verse’s use in Muhammad Shahrur’s books, along with the concepts and arguments that appear around it.

The verse text as stated

AND WHEN JESUS, SON OF MARY, SAID…

Brief reading

The verse is cited to affirm that Jesus is a messenger who confirms what came before him and gives good news of the coming messenger.

Axes

  • Faith
  • Narrative and historical
  • Message: 2

Its place in the network of concepts

It enters the chain of messages as a historical linkage among the prophets.

The verse’s role in the argument

  • Support: 1

Instances of use

  • Islam and Man: Cited to affirm that Jesus is a messenger who confirms what came before him and gives good news of the coming messenger.
    • Concept: Message
    • The verse’s function here: Support
    • Textual evidence: «{ وَإِذْ قَالَ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ … } (Grade 6).»

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