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The verses from Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1-5) mark the beginning of a profound connection between science and faith. These opening revelations not only introduced the world to the Qur'an but also laid the groundwork for what could be seen as a scientific revolution long before the development of modern science.
Is Allah not the most just of all judges?96:1
Read, ˹O Prophet,˺ in the Name of your Lord Who created—96:2
created humans from a clinging clot.96:3
Read! And your Lord is the Most Generous,96:4
Who taught by the pen—96:5
The first verse, "Read! In the Name of your Lord Who has created (all that exists)," calls upon the act of learning and seeking knowledge, emphasizing that all creation, including humanity, is the work of a Creator. This is a universal truth that serves as the foundation for all scientific exploration—everything in existence has a purpose and is interconnected through the divine act of creation. The second verse, "He has created man from a clot (a piece of thick coagulated blood)," presents a remarkably accurate description of the earliest stages of human development. Modern science has confirmed that the embryo begins as a "clot" or "clump" of cells that gradually develop into the complex human form. The fact that the Qur'an described this process centuries before it was confirmed through modern scientific research stands as a testament to the Qur'an's miraculous nature.
The Qur'an’s role in advancing scientific knowledge is not limited to the creation of man but extends across various fields. Over the centuries, scientists have discovered and continue to unveil scientific realities that the Qur'an alluded to long before the scientific community could confirm them. This includes insights into the formation of the universe, the development of the human body, the laws of nature, and more. The Qur'an encourages observation, reflection, and inquiry, urging humans to explore the world and seek knowledge, seeing them as a means to understand and appreciate God's creation.
The Qur'an's scientific miracles are not limited to the past but continue to unfold in the present day. As science progresses, we find that many of the Qur’anic statements align with discoveries that have only been made in recent centuries. The relationship between the Qur'an and science is a dynamic and evolving interaction, where each new scientific revelation can serve to deepen faith and understanding. The everlasting nature of the Qur'an ensures that these miracles remain relevant and significant throughout time. The Qur'an’s ability to reveal scientific truths—from the formation of the human embryo to the structure of the universe—reinforces its divine origin. It invites us to recognize the harmonious relationship between faith and reason, showing that the more we discover through scientific inquiry, the more we understand the depth of the divine wisdom embedded in the world around us.