In Christianity, the Messiah is Jesus Christ. Christians see Jesus as fulfilling the messianic prophecies in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), particularly as a descendant of King David. His role is understood as bringing salvation to humanity through his life, death, and resurrection. Christians believe:

• First Coming: Jesus came as a humble servant, preaching love, forgiveness, and the Kingdom of God. His crucifixion and resurrection are seen as a means of reconciling humanity with God and offering eternal life.
• Second Coming: In the future, Jesus will return in glory to establish God’s eternal kingdom, bring justice, and fulfill remaining messianic expectations.

Connection to Judaism

Judaism does not recognize Jesus as the Messiah, as he did not fulfill expectations such as:

• Rebuilding the Temple in Jerusalem.
• Gathering all Jews back to Israel.
• Establishing global peace and divine rule.

In Judaism, the Messiah (Mashiach) is expected to be a human leader, a descendant of King David, who will bring these changes during a future messianic age.

Connection to Islam

In Islam, Jesus (Isa) is also acknowledged as the Messiah (Al-Masih), though with a different role. Muslims believe:

• Jesus is a revered prophet but not divine.
• He was born of the Virgin Mary (Maryam) and performed miracles by God’s will.

While Christianity identifies Jesus as the Messiah who has already come, Judaism awaits the Messiah’s arrival, and Islam regards Jesus as the Messiah in a prophetic role who will return in the end times.

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