Since both Elijah and Elisha raised the dead, there is no basis to argue for Jesus' divinity based on his ability to resurrect individuals.

Dr. Jamal Badawi argues that the ability of Elijah and Elisha to raise the dead undermines the uniqueness of Jesus' miracles, suggesting that if Jesus performed similar acts, he cannot be divine. However, this argument fails to consider the context and the nature of Jesus' claims. Jesus did not merely perform miracles; he claimed to be the source of life itself. In John 11:25, Jesus states, 'I am the resurrection and the life.' This self-identification as the source of resurrection is a profound declaration of his divinity, setting him apart from the Old Testament prophets who acted as instruments of God's power. Moreover, while Elijah and Elisha performed miracles through prayer and reliance on God, Jesus performed miracles by his own authority. This distinction is crucial because it highlights that Jesus' power is intrinsic to his identity as the Son of God. In John 5:21, it is written, 'For as the Father raises the dead and gives them life, so also the Son gives life to whom he will.' This verse emphasizes that Jesus has the authority to grant life, further affirming his divine nature. In contrast, the miracles of Elijah and Elisha were acts of intercession, demonstrating God's power through them rather than their own intrinsic divinity. Therefore, the argument that Jesus' ability to raise the dead is not unique fails to recognize the fundamental difference in the nature of his claims and the authority by which he operates. This is why Christians maintain that Jesus is not merely a prophet but the divine Son of God, uniquely capable of granting eternal life.