Islamic Law and Miracle of Quran

Islamic Law and Miracle of Quran

A. 5 Main Objectives of Islamic Law:

1. Hifzh al-Din (preservation of religion): Protecting faith, worship, and religious freedom.
2. Hifzh al-Nafs (preservation of life): Protecting human life and preventing murder/injustice.
3. Hifzh al-‘Aql (preservation of intellect): Prohibiting alcohol/drugs and encouraging education.
4. Hifzh al-Nasl (preservation of descendant): Regulating marriage, family, and prohibiting adultery.
5. Hifzh al-Mal (preservation of wealth): Regulating ownership, inheritance, zakat, and prohibiting theft/usury.

B. 4 Main Sources of Islamic Law:

1. Al-Quran: The main revelation, the highest legal basis.
2. Hadith: Sayings, actions, and decisions of the Prophet Muhammad SAW.
3. Ijma’: Agreement of scholars on a law.
4. Qiyas: Legal analogy for new cases based on nash (clear/unequivocal texts/statements based on the Al-Quran and authentic Hadith).

C. 5 Principles of Islamic Law (fiqh principles):

1. All actions depend on the intention.
2. Difficulty brings ease.
3. Danger must be eliminated (must not endanger oneself or others).
4. Customs and traditions can be the basis of law.
5. Belief cannot be eliminated by doubt.

D. 2 Divisions of Islamic Law:

1. Taklifi Law (commands and prohibitions): i. Obligatory (salah, fasting, zakat); ii. Sunnah (salah sunnah, fasting monday-thursday); iii. Mubah (eating and drinking; as long as it is halal); iv. Makruh (eating with left hand); v. Haram (adultery, usury, stealing/murder).
2. Wadh’i Law (causes, conditions, obstacles): Regulates legal relationships with time, causes, conditions and legal invalidity.

E. 6 Fields of Islamic Law:

1. Worship: Relationship with Allah (salah, fasting, zakat).
2. Mu’amalat: Social relations (buying and selling, debts and receivables, rental).
3. Munakahat: Family law (marriage, divorce, inheritance).
4. Jinayah: Criminal law (hudud, qishas, diyat).
5. Siyasa: Government and state law.
6. Morals: Ethics/morals that are integrated with the law.

F. 4 Final Goals of Islamic Law:

1. Uphold justice.
2. Maintaining a balance between individual rights and public interests.
3. Guiding people towards the right path in this world and the hereafter.
4. Realizing grace for all of nature (rahmatan lil ‘alamin).

G. Powerful Dhikr:

hasbunallaaHu, wa ni’mal wakiil, ni’mal maulaa, wa ni’man nashiir – Allah is Sufficient for us, and He is the Best Guardian; What an excellent Protector and what an excellent Helper.

1. Embryology & Human Development (QS. 23:12-14):

The Quran describes the stages of human embryonic development; aligns with modern embryology.

2. Expansion of the Universe (QS. 51:47):

The Quran states that the universe is expanding; a fact confirmed by modern cosmology.

3. Mountains as Pegs for Earth’s Stability (QS. 78:6-7):

The Quran describes mountains as “pegs” that stabilize the Earth; aligns with geological findings.

4. Barrier Between Salt and Fresh Water (QS. 55:19-20):

The Quran mentions a natural barrier preventing the mixing of salt and fresh water; oceanography later confirmed.

5. Iron Sent Down from Space (QS. 57:25):

The Quran says iron was “sent down” to Earth; modern science confirms that iron originates from supernova explosions in space.

6. Pain Receptors in Skin (QS. 4:56)

The Quran states that people in Hell will have their skin replaced to feel the pain; aligns with the discovery that pain receptors are in the skin.

7. The Protective Atmosphere (QS. 21:32):

The Quran describes the sky as a protective barrier; referring to the atmosphere’s role in blocking harmful radiation.

8. Internal Waves in the Ocean (QS. 24:40):

The Quran describes darkness and layers in deep seas, along with internal waves; only discovered in the 20th century.

9. The Shape of the Earth (QS. 79:30):

The Quran describes the Earth’s shape as “Dahaha”; can mean “spread out” like an ostrich egg, hinting at its geoid shape.

10. Everything is Made from Water (QS. 21:30):

The Quran states that all living things were created from water; science confirms that water is essential for life, and all cells contain water.

11. The Function of the Fingertips (QS. 75:3-4):

The Quran emphasizes the uniqueness of fingerprints; forensic science confirms that fingerprints are unique to every individual.

12. The Expansion of the Chest at High Altitudes (QS. 6:125):

The Quran mentions that as a person ascends to the sky, their chest tightens; matches modern knowledge of lower oxygen levels at high altitudes.

13. The Alternation of Night and Day (QS. 39:5):

The Quran describes the rotation of night and day as a process of “wrapping”; resembling the Earth’s rotation according to astronomy.

14. Plants Have Male and Female Pairs (QS. 20:53):

The Quran states that plants have pairs (male and female); modern botany confirms this.

15. The Role of Wind in Pollination (QS. 15:22):

The Quran mentions that the wind carries and spreads seeds; confirmed by modern agriculture as anemophily process.

16. The Layers of the Atmosphere (QS. 78:12):

The Quran describes the sky as being made up of multiple layers; modern atmospheric science identifies seven distinct layers.

17. The Sun’s Own Orbit (QS. 36:38):

The Quran describes the sun traveling in its own orbit; a fact now proven by astronomy.

18. Honey as a Healing Agent (QS. 16:69):

The Quran mentions honey as a cure for mankind; medical research confirms its antibacterial and healing properties.

19. The Big Bang Theory (QS. 21:30):

The Quran describes the universe as once being a single entity that was then split apart; aligning with the Big Bang Theory.

20. The Contraction of the Universe (Big Crunch) (QS. 21:104):

The Quran mentions that the universe will fold like a scroll; similar to the scientific concept of the Big Crunch.

21. The Seven Earths (QS. 65:12):

The Quran speaks of “seven Earths”; modern geology confirms that Earth has seven distinct layers.

22. The Stages of the Moon (QS. 36:39):

The Quran describes the Moon’s phases; matches our modern understanding of lunar cycles.

23. Everything Moves in an Orbit (QS. 21:33):

The Quran confirms that everything, including planets and stars, moves in a specific orbit; matching astronomy.

24. The Creation of Pairs in Everything (QS. 51:49):

The Quran states that everything is created in pairs; aligns with scientific findings in particle physics and genetics.

25. The Function of Sleep (QS. 39:42):

The Quran refers to sleep as a form of temporary death; a concept now studied in neuroscience.

26. The Body’s Water Content (QS. 25:54):

The Quran states that humans were created from water; science confirms the human body is about 60% water.

27. The Electric Nature of the Brain (QS. 56:77-79):

The Quran hints at a fire without smoke; aligns with bioelectricity in the nervous system.

28. The Healing Properties of Dates (QS. 19:25):

The Quran advises Maryam (Mary) to eat dates during childbirth; medical studies confirm dates aid labor.

29. The Dark Matter of the Universe (QS. 13:2):

The Quran mentions invisible forces holding the heavens; similar to the concept of dark matter.

30. The Origin of Oil and Fossil Fuels (QS. 36:33);

The Quran speaks about dead vegetation being revived; relates to fossil fuel formation.

31. The Honeybee’s Unique Gender Role (QS. 16:68-69):

The Quran describes female bees producing honey; a fact unknown until modern entomology.

32. The Atmosphere’s Role in Sound Transmission (QS. 77:8-10):

The Quran says that in space, voices will not be heard; aligning with physics.

33. The Limits of Human Vision (QS. 69:38-39):

The Quran states that humans cannot see everything; corresponding with infrared and ultraviolet light discovery.

34. The Water Cycle (QS. 39:21):

The Quran describes evaporation, condensation, and rain; proven meteorologists.

35. Plants’ Sensory Capabilities (QS. 17:44)

The Quran refers to plants listening to Allah; matching modern studies on plant communication.

36. The Expanding Earth Theory (QS. 51:48):

The Quran says “the earth We have spread out”; suggesting continental drift and Earth’s expansion.

37. The Formation of Clouds (QS. 24:43):

The Quran describes clouds merging, forming cumulonimbus clouds before rain; a fact confirmed by meteorology.

38. The Role of the Ocean Floor in Earthquakes (QS. 99:2):

The Quran says “the earth throws out its burdens”; referring to tectonic plate movement and earthquakes.

39. The Earth’s Core is Extremely Hot (QS. 104:6-7):

The Quran describes Hell beneath the Earth with extreme heat; resembles the Earth’s molten core.

40. The Moon Has No Light of Its Own (QS. 25:61):

The Quran says the Moon reflects light; a fact confirmed by modern astronomy.

41. Plant Roots Communicate Underground (QS. 22:18):

The Quran states plants are in constant submission to Allah; scientists have discovered plants send electrical signals through their roots.

42. The Stages of a Star’s Life (QS 81:1-2):

The Quran describes stars being extinguished; referring to white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes.

43. The Weight of Clouds (QS. 13:12):

The Quran states “heavy clouds” bring rain; meteorologists confirm that storm clouds can weigh millions of tons.

44. The Brain’s Decision-Making Role (QS. 96:15-16):

The Quran refers to the forehead as the center of control; aligning with neuroscience.

45. Milk Production in Cows (QS. 16:66):

The Quran accurately describes milk formation in cattle; a fact discovered in modern biology.

46. The Heart as More Than a Pump (QS. 22:46):

The Quran links the heart to understanding and emotions; an idea now supported by neurocardiology.

47. Genetics and Reproduction (QS. 86:6-7):

The Quran states that sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs; matching embryology.

48. The Lowest Point on Earth (QS. 30:2-3):

The Quran refers to the battle site of the Romans as the “lowest land”: modern geography confirms.

49. The Barrier Between Salt and Fresh Water (QS. 25:53):

The Quran describes a “barrier” between salt and fresh water; confirmed by oceanography.

50. The Celestial Orbits (QS. 36:40):

The Quran describes each celestial body’s orbit, reflecting the intricate movements of celestial bodies in space; confirmed by modern astronomy.

51. Preservation of Pharaoh’s Body (QS. 10:92):

The Quran states that Pharaoh’s body would be preserved as a sign for future generations; mummified body of Pharaoh Ramses II was later discovered.

52. The Return of Jesus Christ (Prophet Isa as) (QS. 43:61):

The Quran states that Jesus Christ (Prophet Isa as) will return before the Day of Judgment; a belief also held in many other religious traditions.

53. Numeric Miracles (QS. 18:25):

The Quran mentions “300 years plus 9”; correctly matches solar (300) and lunar (309) years.

54. Victory of the Romans (QS. 30:2-4):

The Quran predicted the defeat and later victory of the Romans against the Persians within a few years; aligns with historical records

55. The Existence of Iram, the Lost City (QS. 89:6-8):

The Quran mentions the ancient city of Iram; archaeologists discovered its ruins in Oman in the 20th century.

56. The Prophecy of Islam’s Spread (QS. 24:55):

The Quran predicts that Islam will spread to all corners of the world; today, Islam is the fastest- growing religion globally.

57. The Protection of the Prophet Muhammad (QS. 5:67):

The Quran mentions that Allah will protect the Prophet from harm; as recorded, many assassination attempts failed during his lifetime.

58. Mecca Will Always Be a Sacred Place (QS. 105:1-5)

The Quran states that no force will ever destroy the Kaaba; as recorded, despite wars and conflicts, Mecca remains sacred and untouched.

59. Islam’s Fasting Benefits (QS. 2:183):

The Quran prescribes fasting; modern science supports as beneficial.

60. The Interstellar Highway (QS. 51:7):

The Quran describes “pathways” in space; similar to gravitational highways.

61. The Presence of Black Holes (QS. 81:15-16):

The Quran hints at “stars that hide”; refers to black holes.

62. Sound Waves in Space (QS. 39:68):

The Quran describes sound waves can travel in space under certain conditions, contradicting the earlier belief that space is silent; later discovered by NASA.

63. Male Determines Gender (QS. 53:45-46):

The Quran describes that sperm determines the child’s gender; science later confirmed it’s the male sperm (Y or X chromosome) that determines gender.

64. Time Relativity (QS. 22:47):

The Quran describes different time perceptions; reflecting Einstein’s Theory of Relativity.

65. The Honeybee’s Navigation System (QS. 16:68-69):

The Quran describes bees building homes and seeking food in a highly structured manner; science confirms that bees have an advanced navigation system.

66. The Darkness of Space (QS. 10:27):

The Quran describes space as a vast darkness; science confirms that space appears dark because it lacks an atmosphere to scatter light.

67. Human Sense of Hearing Before Sight (QS. 76:2, 23:78):

The Quran describes hearing before sight; embryology confirms that ear forms before the eye in fetal development.

68. Genetic Code (QS. 39:6):

The Quran describes the concept of genetic code in creation; science confirms that DNA in cells controls human development in three layers of the womb: amnion, chorion, and uterus.

69. The Numerical Balance of “Hot” and “Cold”:

The Quran has words “hot” and “cold” appear exactly 5 times each; reflecting Earth’s climate balance.

70. Word Repetition Matches Scientific Realities:

The Quran has the word “land” appears 13 times, and the word “sea” appears 32 times; a fact that the percentage of land on Earth is 29%, and the sea is 71%.

71. Word “Dukhan” in Arabic is meant for smoke, fume and gas (QS. 41:11):

Before stars formed, the universe was a vast cloud of gas and dust, which is sometimes referred to as a “smoke” or nebula; aligns with the scientific theory of the Big Bang and the subsequent formation of stars and galaxies.

72. Word “Zarrah” in Arabic is meant for the smallest particle or atom (QS 3:3).

The concept of an atom, as the fundamental building block of matter, aligns with the verse’s statement that even something as small as an atom’s weight is not hidden from God; connection between the verse and modern scientific understanding.