M. H. Shakir, The Holy Quran; Arabic Text and English Translation; Foot-notes by M. H. Shakir (1974)

57. And when a description of the son of Marium is given, lo! your people raise a clamour thereat.

58. And they say: Are our gods better, or is he? They do not set it forth to you save by way of disputation; nay, they are a contentious people.

59. He was naught but a servant on whom We bestowed favour, and We made him an example. for the children of Israel.

60. And if We please, We could make among you angels to be successors in the land.

61. And most surely it is a knowledge of the hour, therefore have no doubt about it and follow me: this is the right path.

62. And let not the Shaitan prevent you; surely he is your open enemy.

63. And when Isa came with clear arguments, he said: I have come to you indeed with wisdom, and that I may make clear to you part of what you differ in; so be careful of (your duty to) Allah and obey me:

64. Surely Allah is my Lord and your Lord, therefore serve Him; this is the right path:

65. But parties from among them differed, so woe to those who were unjust because of the