Author: Mufi Noor Mohammad Mohibi
The Quran; A Miracle Beyond Time – A Study of Its Miraculous Nature (Part 16)
Effects and Outcomes of the Scientific Miracles of the Qur’an
Research into the scientific miracles of the Holy Qur’an brings numerous and significant achievements for the individual, society, and the Islamic world. Some of them are as follows:
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The emergence of a miracle suited to the age of science …
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Establishing a connection between science and religion …
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Redirecting science toward divine objectives …
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Encouragement of contemplation, reasoning, and intellectual worship …
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Encouragement of research and scientific innovation – an inspiration for Muslim scholars …
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An effective tool in responding to atheistic doubts …
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Inspiration for researchers in scientific studies …
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Creating trust in religion and its sources within the new generation
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Making the study of scientific miracles a communal obligation (Fard al-Kifayah) for the preservation of religion …
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A communal duty to preserve the religion and affirm its truth.
Challenges and Precautions
If the scientific interpretation of the Qur’an is carried out without principles and precise methodology, it not only fails to aid in the correct understanding of the verses but may also result in misunderstanding and deviation from their true objectives.
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Interpretation based on personal opinion and unscientific approaches …
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Incorrect applications based on unstable theories …
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Forcing new scientific concepts upon the language of the Qur’an …
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Reducing the Qur’an to a scientific textbook …
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Placing theories above Qur’anic texts …
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Scientific weakness of the authors …
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Distortion of Qur’anic meanings due to scientific assumptions …
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Lack of criteria for scientific certainty …
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Turning theories into religious beliefs …
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Unfounded claims in calling towards Islam …
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Ignoring the understanding of the righteous predecessors (Salaf al-Salih) …
Conclusion
In summary, the scientific miracles of the Holy Qur’an are not only a reflection of the truth of the Prophethood of Muhammad (PBUH) but also a manifestation of the continuation of miracles in the age of science.
The alignment of definitive scientific facts with the indications of revelation provides a way to uncover deeper layers of the Qur’an, showcasing the authority of revelation in contemporary language.
This matter requires adherence to strict scientific principles, mastery of language, and commitment to the methodology of the righteous predecessors.
When observed with proper standards, the study of scientific miracles can deepen faith, distinguish scientific reasoning from atheism, and open new horizons for understanding the truth of the Qur’an.
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References:
([1]) The concept of the scientific miracle in the Qur’an and Sunnah: 1 / 18-19.
([2]) Concept and concise from: The scientific miracle to this: (pp. 19-26).
