by Molana Sohail Bawa (DM)

Followers of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani often argue that it is inconceivable for Jesus (peace be upon him) to have ascended to heaven alive and remained there for such a long time. But is this reasoning consistent with the very nature of divine miracles?

Answer

If we question the possibility of Jesus being alive, then we must also question other miracles mentioned in the Qur’an and Hadith:

  • Was it reasonable for Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) to remain unharmed after being thrown into a blazing fire?
  • Could Prophet Yunus (peace be upon him) truly survive inside the belly of a fish for three days?
  • Does it make sense for Prophet Isa (peace be upon him) to be born without a father or speak as an infant in his mother’s arms?
  • What about the miracles of other prophets—such as the she-camel emerging from a mountain for Prophet Salih (peace be upon him) or the staff of Prophet Musa (peace be upon him) transforming into a serpent?

If we reject miracles simply because they defy human logic, then we undermine the very foundation of prophethood. Miracles are divine acts, not bound by human reasoning. If intellect alone were sufficient, there would be no need for revelation or prophets.

Faith Beyond Reason

People who opposed the prophets often said things like resurrection, paradise, and hell don’t make sense. However, a true believer trusts what Allah has revealed, even if it exceeds human understanding. Faith means believing in Allah’s words, not just what our mind can explain.

Interestingly, even Mirza Ghulam Ahmad acknowledged miracles in his own writings:

“Abraham (peace be upon him) was a truthful and faithful servant of God Almighty, so God helped him in every trial while he was unjustly thrown into the fire. He made the fire cold for him.” (Haqiqat al-Wahi, pp. 22, 52)“

“Just as Prophet Yunus lived in the belly of a fish for three days and did not die.” (Azala Uham, Part 1, p. 303)

He even opposed relying on one’s intellect saying:

“Reason does not connect man with God but rather denies God. A true philosopher does not believe in God.” (Malfoozat, Vol. 2, p. 592)“

“If you see a single rational argument against the Qur’an and Hadith, then never accept it, and certainly understand that reason has made a mistake.” (Azala Uham, p. 552)

If Mirza Ghulam Ahmad himself acknowledged these principles, why do his followers reject the Qur’anic and Hadith-based truth that Allah raised Jesus (peace be upon him) to heaven and that he will return?

Longevity Is Not Impossible

The objection that a human cannot live for such a long time is also unfounded. The Qur’an gives us the example of Prophet Nuh (peace be upon him)”:

“And indeed, We sent Noah to his people, and he dwelt among them a thousand years less fifty, then the flood overtook them while they were wrongdoers.” (Al-Ankabut: 14)

This means Prophet Nuh lived among his people for 950 years—excluding years before his mission and after the flood. If Allah could grant such longevity to Nuh, why not to Jesus?

Time in Heaven Is Different

Finally, consider this: Allah raised Jesus (peace be upon him) to Himself, as the Qur’an states:

“Allah raised him to Him.”

Once in heaven, earthly time no longer applies. The Qur’an says:

“And a day with your Lord is like a thousand years of yours.” (Al-Hajj: 47)

By this measure, the two thousand years since Jesus ascended amount to only two days in divine time. His return is not delayed—it is perfectly aligned with Allah’s plan. 

In conclusion, miracles are not bound by human logic. The Qur’an and Hadith affirm that Jesus (peace be upon him) was raised alive and will return. For believers, this is not a matter of speculation but of faith in divine revelation.