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Muslims hold several beliefs about Jesus (known as **’Isa** in Arabic) that align with some aspects of Christian theology, but there are also key differences. Here’s a summary of the beliefs about Jesus in Islam:

1. **Ascension to Heaven**: Muslims believe that Jesus was not crucified but was instead raised bodily to heaven by God. According to Islamic teachings, Jesus was saved from crucifixion, and another person was made to look like him and was crucified in his place. Jesus is believed to be alive in heaven.

2. **Return to Judge the World**: Muslims believe that Jesus will return to Earth near the end of times to restore justice and defeat the false messiah, known as the **Dajjal**. His return is one of the major signs of the Day of Judgment in Islamic eschatology.

3. **Virgin Birth**: Muslims believe that Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary (**Maryam** in Arabic) miraculously, without a human father. This belief is affirmed in the Quran, which describes the annunciation and birth of Jesus as a miraculous event.

4. **Miracles**: The Quran describes several miracles performed by Jesus, such as healing the sick, raising the dead, creating a bird from clay, and speaking as an infant. These miracles are seen as signs of God’s power and as evidence of Jesus’s prophethood.

5. **Status in Heaven**: Jesus is regarded as one of the greatest prophets in Islam, and Muslims believe he is currently in heaven, awaiting his eventual return. However, he is not considered divine or the Son of God, as Islam emphasizes the oneness of God (**Tawhid**) and rejects the idea of the Trinity.

In summary, Muslims believe that Jesus was born of a virgin, performed miracles, was ascended to heaven, is currently alive there, and will return to Earth to fulfill his role in the end times. However, they view him as a prophet and servant of God rather than as divine.