The Non-Crucifixion Verse

Over the centuries, there has been almost a consensus among Muslims and non-Muslims that crucifixion of Jesus is denied in Qur’an, mainly because al-Nisāʾ 4:157. This overwhelmingly accepted interpretation challenged recent times, albeit by small minority scholars, suggesting novel interpretations 4:157 seeking support from history other verses. study first reviews how, early days Islam, denying was always seen both as established Islamic view. It analyses theological arguments view, promoted some Ismāʿīlī scholars modern Qur’an does not deny Jesus’ crucifixion. A new attempt, which gathering support, linking to Talmud then critiqued. shows immediate context broader Qur’anic narrative also refute interpretation. detailed linguistic analysis verse question further it cannot be reasonably read mean anything than rejecting crucified. In summary, related verses show hardly any basis justify challenging centuries-long semi-consensus denies Jesus.