Explore Verses Related to is the means to know Judgement Day (alternate translation)
At a Glance
According to the unanimous consensus of classical Islamic scholarship, the Quranic verse 43:61, "And indeed, he is a knowledge for the Hour," refers to the Prophet Jesus ('Isa), son of Mary. Tafsir authorities such as Ibn Kathir, Al-Qurtubi, and Al-Tabari affirm that this verse is the primary Quranic evidence for the second coming of Jesus as a major sign of the Day of Judgment. The use of the word 'knowledge' ('ilm) rather than merely 'sign' ('alamah) signifies that his descent will be an undeniable, definitive proof that the Final Hour is imminent, removing all doubt. This creedal point is further substantiated by a multitude of authentic hadith (prophetic traditions) detailing the events of his return. Thus, the verse establishes the return of Jesus as a fundamental tenet of Islamic eschatology (the study of end times).
📖 Quranic Context
A cornerstone Quranic verse for the Islamic belief in the second coming of Jesus ('Isa) as a major sign of the Day of Judgment.
It establishes a direct link between a specific future event—the descent of a prophet—and the certainty of the Final Hour.
References: The concept is explicitly stated in Quran 43:61.
💭 Theological Perspective
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Serves as a future sign to confirm the truth of revelation and warn humanity before the end of time.
Belief in this sign reinforces faith in the unseen (ghayb) and the comprehensive nature of Allah's plan.
📜 Hadith Perspective
The belief is massively substantiated by numerous authentic (mutawatir) hadith.
- Jesus's descent in Damascus
- His role as a just ruler
- His breaking of the cross and killing of the swine
- His killing of the Antichrist (Dajjal)
The belief in the return of Jesus is a point of consensus (ijma) among the Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah (mainstream Sunni Islam).