Jesus Through the Qur’an and Shi’ite Narrations

Occasion for presenting this book:

25 December: Christmas (Birth of Prophet Jesus, peace be upon him)

Book Bibliographic Details:

Author: Mahdi Muntazir Qa’im

Translator: al-Hajj Muhammad Legenhausen

Publisher: ‎ Tahrike Tarsile Qur’an Inc.,U.S.

Length: 437 Pages

Language: English

ISBN: 978-1879402140

Publication Date: 30 Mar. 2007

About the Book:

Jesus Through the Qur’an and Shi’ite Narrations serves as an essential bridge between Islamic and Christian spiritual traditions, offering a profound look at Prophet Jesus (‘a) through the lens of Shi’a Islam. Rather than a mere historical biography, the book is a meticulously curated collection of Quranic verses and “Hadiths” (narrations) from the Ahl al-Bayt, presenting Jesus as a supreme archetype of asceticism (zuhd), divine wisdom, and mystical devotion. It captures the unique Shi’ite perspective on his miraculous birth, his profound ethical sermons, and his eschatological role alongside the Promised Mahdi. By highlighting the deeply reverent and intimate way the Imams spoke of Christ, the work provides a spiritual map that emphasizes moral purification and the universal quest for God, making it a valuable resource for interfaith dialogue and comparative theology.

About the Author:

Mahdi Muntazir Qa’im is a respected scholar and researcher known for his dedication to compiling and translating pivotal Islamic texts for a global audience. His work often focuses on making the vast, and sometimes inaccessible, archives of Shi’a primary sources – such as Bihar al-Anwar and Al-Kafi – available to English-speaking readers. Qa’im is recognized for his systematic approach to thematic Hadith compilation, ensuring that the selected narrations are both authentic and relevant to contemporary spiritual inquiry. Through his scholarship, he has played a significant role in introducing the “Islamic Christ” to the West, emphasizing the shared ethical values between the major Abrahamic faiths while preserving the distinct theological nuances of the Shi’a tradition.

Where to find it:

You can find the book at one of the online bookstores below:

• Al Murtaza Foundation
• Hujjat Bookshop
• Al-Islam.org
• Internet Archive
• AbeBooks
• Amazon