How Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Bahá’í, Latter-day Saints, Jehovah’s Witnesses, and other traditions view Jesus.
Biblical Background Judaism regards Jesus as a historical Jewish teacher but not as the Messiah or Son of God. Jewish thought emphasizes that Jesus…
Question 122How is Jesus viewed in Islam?Biblical Background (From an Islamic perspective in the Qur'an), Jesus (Isa) is regarded as a prophet, messenger of God, and the Messiah, born of the…
Question 123How is Jesus viewed in Hinduism?Biblical Background (From a Hindu perspective shaped by diverse traditions), Jesus is often seen as a holy man, guru, enlightened teacher, or even an…
Question 124How is Jesus viewed in Buddhism?Biblical Background (From Buddhist interpretation), Jesus is not part of Buddhist scripture, but is often respected as an enlightened teacher…
Question 125How is Jesus viewed in Sikhism?Biblical Background (From Sikh understanding), Jesus is acknowledged as a holy teacher and prophet who revealed divine truth. Sikh scriptures (Guru…
Question 126How is Jesus viewed in the Bahá'í Faith?Biblical Background (From Bahá'í writings), Jesus is considered a Manifestation of God—one of several divine messengers including Moses, Buddha,…
Question 127How is Jesus viewed in New Age spirituality?Biblical Background (From a New Age perspective), Jesus is often seen as a spiritual master, enlightened guide, or teacher of universal consciousness…
Question 128How is Jesus viewed in Mormonism (Latter-day Saints)?Biblical Background (Within LDS interpretation), Jesus is the literal Son of God, Savior, and central figure of the gospel. Latter-day Saints affirm…
Question 129How is Jesus viewed in Jehovah’s Witnesses?Biblical Background (Within JW interpretation), Jesus is understood as the first creation of God (identified with the archangel Michael), not as…
Question 130Why do non-Christian religions differ from Christianity in their view of Jesus?Biblical Background Christianity teaches that Jesus is God incarnate, Savior, and risen Lord. This claim is unique and central to Christian faith.…