According to search-discovered classical Islamic scholarship, the promise in Quran 3:55 to make the followers of 'Isa (Jesus) 'superior to those who disbelieve' is a divine declaration of the ultimate triumph of truth. The renowned mufassir Ibn Kathir explains this superiority manifested historically, as Allah aided the early Christians against the Jews who rejected Jesus. However, the ultimate fulfillment of this promise rests with the Muslim Ummah, who are the true followers of Jesus's original, unaltered monotheistic message. Tafsir Al-Tabari further clarifies that this superiority is not necessarily military or political at all times, but is one of hujjah (proof) and burhan (evidence), where the argument of the true followers will always prevail. This divine guarantee, extending until the Day of Resurrection, assures believers that adherence to the prophetic message of submission to Allah alone is the ultimate path to exaltation and success.