Join our server to learn & explore more :) Throughout history, humanity has sought to understand the mysteries of the universe, often turning to both religious scripture and scientific inquiry for answers. In the case of Islam, the Quran, believed by Muslims to be the word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), offers profound insights into various aspects of the natural world. Surprisingly, among its spiritual and moral teachings, the Quran contains passages that resonate with modern scientific discoveries, reflecting a remarkable harmony between faith and reason.

In this article, from the many miraculous & scientific facts present in the Quran I'll share 5 explaining how they align with contemporary scientific understanding.

Table Of contents:

1. Formation of the Universe
2. Development of the Embryo
3. Mountains as Pegs
4. Expansion of the Universe
5. Seas Not Mixing

1. Formation of the Universe The Quran contains verses that describe the creation of the universe in a manner that aligns with modern scientific understanding. The verse is found in Surah Al-Anbiya (21:30):

أَوَلَمْ يَرَ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوٓا۟ أَنَّ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضَ كَانَتَا رَتْقا ففَتَقْنَـٰهُمَا ۖ وَجَعَلْنَا مِنَ ٱلْمَآءِ كل شَىْءٍ حَىٍّ ۖ أَفَلَا يُؤْمِنُونَ ٣٠ Do the disbelievers not realize that the heavens and earth were ˹once˺ one mass then We split them apart? And We created from water every living thing. Will they not then believe?

This verse suggests a concept similar to the Big Bang theory, which proposes that the universe originated from a singular, extremely hot and dense point before expanding.

2. Development of the Embryo The Quran provides insights into the stages of embryonic development that were not understood during the time of its revelation. Surah Al-Mu’minun (23:12-14) describes the stages of human development in the womb:

وَلَقَدْ خَلَقْنَا ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مِن سُلَـٰلَةٍۢ من طِينٍۢ ١٢ And indeed, We created humankind from an extract of clay,

ثُمَّ جَعَلْنَـٰهُ نُطْفَةًۭ فِى قَرَارٍۢ مَّكِينٍۢ ١٣ then placed each ˹human˺ as a sperm-drop in a secure place,

ثُمَّ خَلَقْنَا ٱلنُّطْفَةَ عَلَقَةًۭ فَخَلَقْنَا ٱلْعَلَقة مُضْغَةًۭ فَخَلَقْنَا ٱلْمُضْغَةَ عِظَـٰمًۭا فكسونا ٱلْعِظَـٰمَ لَحْمًۭا ثُمَّ أَنشَأْنَـٰه خَلْقا ءَاخرَ ۚ فَتَبَارَكَ ٱللَّهُ أَحْسَنُ ٱلْخَـٰلِقينَ ١٤ then We developed the drop into a clinging clot, then developed the clot into a lump ˹of flesh˺, then developed the lump into bones, then clothed the bones with flesh, then We brought it into being as a new creation. So Blessed is Allah, the Best of Creators.

This description mirrors the stages of embryonic development as understood by modern embryology, including the initial formation from a fertilized egg to the development of bones and flesh. The term "alaqah" refers to a leech-like clot, which accurately describes the appearance of the embryo at one stage of development.

3. Mountains as Pegs The Quran describes mountains as pegs or stakes that stabilize and anchor the Earth's crust. In Surah An-Naba (78:6-7):

أَلَمْ نَجْعَلِ ٱلْأَرْضَ مِهَـٰدًۭا ٦ Have We not smoothed out the earth ˹like a bed˺,

وَٱلْجِبَالَ أَوْتَادًۭا ٧ and ˹made˺ the mountains as ˹its˺ pegs,

Mountains play a crucial role in maintaining the stability of the Earth's surface by preventing tectonic plates from shifting too much, which could lead to earthquakes and other geological phenomena. This Quranic description of mountains reflects an understanding of their geological significance that was not fully appreciated until modern scientific advancements.

4. Expansion of the Universe The Quran contains verses that allude to the expansion of the universe, which is a fundamental concept in modern cosmology. Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:47):

وَٱلسَّمَآءَ بَنَيْنَـٰهَا بِأَيْي۟دٍۢ وَإِنَّا لَمُوسِعون ٤٧ We built the universe with ˹great˺ might, and We are certainly expanding ˹it˺.

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Join our server to learn & explore more :) Throughout history, humanity has sought to understand the mysteries of the universe, often turning to both religious scripture and scientific inquiry for answers. In the case of Islam, the Quran, believed by Muslims to be the word of God as revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), offers profound insights into various aspects of the natural world. Surprisingly, among its spiritual and moral teachings, the Quran contains passages that resonate with modern scientific discoveries, reflecting a remarkable harmony between faith and reason.

In this article, from the many miraculous & scientific facts present in the Quran I'll share 5 explaining how they align with contemporary scientific understanding.

Table Of contents:

1. Formation of the Universe
2. Development of the Embryo
3. Mountains as Pegs
4. Expansion of the Universe
5. Seas Not Mixing

1. Formation of the Universe The Quran contains verses that describe the creation of the universe in a manner that aligns with modern scientific understanding. The verse is found in Surah Al-Anbiya (21:30):

أَوَلَمْ يَرَ ٱلَّذِينَ كَفَرُوٓا۟ أَنَّ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضَ كَانَتَا رَتْقا ففَتَقْنَـٰهُمَا ۖ وَجَعَلْنَا مِنَ ٱلْمَآءِ كل شَىْءٍ حَىٍّ ۖ أَفَلَا يُؤْمِنُونَ ٣٠ Do the disbelievers not realize that the heavens and earth were ˹once˺ one mass then We split them apart? And We created from water every living thing. Will they not then believe?

This verse suggests a concept similar to the Big Bang theory, which proposes that the universe originated from a singular, extremely hot and dense point before expanding.

2. Development of the Embryo The Quran provides insights into the stages of embryonic development that were not understood during the time of its revelation. Surah Al-Mu’minun (23:12-14) describes the stages of human development in the womb:

وَلَقَدْ خَلَقْنَا ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ مِن سُلَـٰلَةٍۢ من طِينٍۢ ١٢ And indeed, We created humankind from an extract of clay,

ثُمَّ جَعَلْنَـٰهُ نُطْفَةًۭ فِى قَرَارٍۢ مَّكِينٍۢ ١٣ then placed each ˹human˺ as a sperm-drop in a secure place,

ثُمَّ خَلَقْنَا ٱلنُّطْفَةَ عَلَقَةًۭ فَخَلَقْنَا ٱلْعَلَقة مُضْغَةًۭ فَخَلَقْنَا ٱلْمُضْغَةَ عِظَـٰمًۭا فكسونا ٱلْعِظَـٰمَ لَحْمًۭا ثُمَّ أَنشَأْنَـٰه خَلْقا ءَاخرَ ۚ فَتَبَارَكَ ٱللَّهُ أَحْسَنُ ٱلْخَـٰلِقينَ ١٤ then We developed the drop into a clinging clot, then developed the clot into a lump ˹of flesh˺, then developed the lump into bones, then clothed the bones with flesh, then We brought it into being as a new creation. So Blessed is Allah, the Best of Creators.

This description mirrors the stages of embryonic development as understood by modern embryology, including the initial formation from a fertilized egg to the development of bones and flesh. The term "alaqah" refers to a leech-like clot, which accurately describes the appearance of the embryo at one stage of development.

3. Mountains as Pegs The Quran describes mountains as pegs or stakes that stabilize and anchor the Earth's crust. In Surah An-Naba (78:6-7):

أَلَمْ نَجْعَلِ ٱلْأَرْضَ مِهَـٰدًۭا ٦ Have We not smoothed out the earth ˹like a bed˺,

وَٱلْجِبَالَ أَوْتَادًۭا ٧ and ˹made˺ the mountains as ˹its˺ pegs,

Mountains play a crucial role in maintaining the stability of the Earth's surface by preventing tectonic plates from shifting too much, which could lead to earthquakes and other geological phenomena. This Quranic description of mountains reflects an understanding of their geological significance that was not fully appreciated until modern scientific advancements.

4. Expansion of the Universe The Quran contains verses that allude to the expansion of the universe, which is a fundamental concept in modern cosmology. Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:47):

وَٱلسَّمَآءَ بَنَيْنَـٰهَا بِأَيْي۟دٍۢ وَإِنَّا لَمُوسِعون ٤٧ We built the universe with ˹great˺ might, and We are certainly expanding ˹it˺.

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Table of Contents:

1. Inheritance Rights
2. Education
3. Economic Rights 4.Legal Protection 5.Marital Rights 6.Social and Political Participation

1. Inheritance Rights

Before the advent of Islam, inheritance laws in many societies heavily favored male heirs, often marginalizing women and depriving them of their rightful share of inheritance. However, Islam brought about a profound reform in this regard, establishing equitable guidelines for the distribution of inheritance. The Quran explicitly states, "For men is a share of what the parents and close relatives leave, and for women is a share of what the parents and close relatives leave, whether it is little or much - an obligatory share" (Quran 4:7).

Furthermore, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) emphasized the importance of implementing these inheritance laws justly. In a hadith narrated by Abu Huraira, the Prophet said, "Give the shares to those who are entitled to them, and whatever remains, it belongs to the nearest male heir" (Sahih Bukhari, Book 8, Hadith 80).

After the introduction of Islamic inheritance laws, women were guaranteed a rightful share of inheritance based on their relationship to the deceased, thereby ensuring economic stability and property ownership for women in Islamic societies.

2. Education

Before the advent of Islam, education was often restricted to men in many societies, with women receiving little to no formal education. However, Islam emphasized the importance of knowledge and learning for both men and women. The Quran encourages seeking knowledge with verses like, "Read in the name of your Lord who created" (Quran 96:1), highlighting the significance of education in Islam.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) also emphasized the value of education and knowledge. He said, "Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim" (Sunan Ibn Majah, Book 1, Hadith 224), emphasizing the universal obligation of acquiring knowledge for all Muslims, regardless of gender.

After the advent of Islam, women were encouraged to pursue education, and various educational institutions, including mosques and schools, were open to them. This reform enabled women to gain knowledge, participate in intellectual discourse, and contribute meaningfully to society.

3. Employment and Economic Rights

Before Islam, women often had limited opportunities for employment and economic participation, with their financial dependence on male relatives being the norm in many societies. However, Islam recognized women's right to work and earn a livelihood. The Quran states, "And for women are rights over men similar to those of men over women" (Quran 2:228), emphasizing equality in rights and responsibilities between genders.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) supported women's participation in economic activities and trades. There are numerous examples of women in early Islamic society engaging in various professions and businesses, including trading, agriculture, and craftsmanship.

After the advent of Islam, women were actively involved in economic endeavors, contributing to the financial well-being of their families and communities. This empowerment provided women with independence and autonomy over their financial resources.

4. Legal Protection

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