Discussed in debate over whether Jesus was only sent to Israel, but the verse instead describes him as a sign and mercy for people more broadly.
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Quran 19:21
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21 He said, 'Even so thy Lord has said: "Easy is that for Me; and that We may appoint him a sign unto men and a mercy from Us; it is a thing decreed."'
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5
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3
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4
Archive routes where Quran 19:21 appears
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This verse was paired with Qur'an 21:91 to argue that Jesus' role in the Qur'an extends beyond Israel alone.
Quoted to argue that the Qur'an itself describes Jesus as 'a sign for humanity and a mercy,' supporting the claim that Jesus is for all mankind and not only Israel.
Used from a Christian perspective to argue that the Quran portrays Jesus as a sign and mercy for all mankind, not only as someone sent to Israel.
Cited to argue from a Christian perspective that the Quran’s description of Jesus as a mercy for mankind is best explained by his crucifixion and atoning role rather than merely by his teaching.
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