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Heri Mahbub
How do the miracles of the Quran of Science explain the harmony between revelation and science? Of the many aspects of Kalamullah's miracles, the one that suits current development trends is definitely science or knowledge. like in the past, what developed was the language aspect. From now on, let's be enthusiastic about learning it.
Quran Cordoba - The scientific miracle of the Quran is actually what the Muslim community needs most in this modern , in line with the development of science and technology. Muslims in this century are not only experiencing setbacks, but also lagging behind in scientific and technological achievements. This aspect is often overlooked, with the focus still largely on linguistic miracles. Therefore, an awareness movement is needed.
The Quran, besides being a guide for Muslims, also contains miracles in various aspects, including the realm of science. This phenomenon is known as the miracle of science , namely the harmony between the absolute truth of divine revelation and scientific discoveries and knowledge.
The Quran is not a science book, but it contains many scientific cues for thinking, its verses encourage exploration, observation and contemplation of the universe with an approach that is very much in line with the scientific method.
We also need to understand the definition of science. Etymologically, the Indonesian word "science" comes from the word "scientia," meaning to know or knowledge, and "scire," meaning to learn (M. Muslih, 2016). Scientific miracles are extraordinary wonders in the realm of knowledge.
So, how is the development of science, research, and scientific knowledge in Muslim countries today? It hasn't yet become a major focus and still lags behind other countries. This is why it's crucial to educate the public about the importance of understanding the scientific miracle of the Quran.
One of the most fascinating aspects of the Quran is how its verses motivate humanity to think critically and examine nature. For example, in Surah Al-Ghasyiyah, verses 17-20:
Meaning: "Then do they not notice how the camel was created? And how the heavens were raised? And how the mountains were erected? And how the earth was spread out?"
This verse embodies the spirit of observation, a key element in scientific thinking. Science grows from the method of sensory observation, the formulation of hypotheses, and experiments with a clear mind. In many ways, the Quran encourages humans to conduct in-depth research and verify knowledge long before humans had scientific methods and research.
There needs to be an awareness and movement that revelation and the development of science are essential for the people of this era. The Prophet's most important miracle is the Quran, which has inherent value in knowledge, strengthening faith and good deeds.
Allah is the source of all knowledge. In fact, the first surah that was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad was a command to read. Surah Al-Alaq verse 1;
Meaning: " Read in the name of your Lord who created ,"
Furthermore, there are approximately 750 verses related to science. Hamid Fahmy Zarkasy, the head of GONTOR, agrees with the view that the Quran is the source of scientific truth. He believes that the scientific tradition arose precisely because of the content contained in the Quran and stimulated the Prophet's companions to think and research.
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History records that many early Muslim scholars were also great scientists. They excelled in all fields, including history, social studies, chemistry, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, physics, and more. They saw no contradiction between faith and knowledge, the mosque and the laboratory, being a hafiz (religious scholar) and a researcher. The Quran, in fact, served as a motivation for them to delve deeper into science.
The inventor of the concept of algebra or algorithms that underpins modern mathematics. He mastered various fields of science, including astronomy, astrology, mathematics, and geography. He was born in Kufa, Iraq. He was born in Khwarezmia (now Khiva, Uzbekistan)
Known in the West as Avicenna, a physician, philosopher, and mathematician, his work, Al-Qanun fi al-Tibb, was a primary reference in European universities for centuries.
A Muslim polymath who mastered astronomy, mathematics, and geography, he calculated the Earth's circumference with remarkable accuracy for his time and wrote over 100 scientific works.
Known as the Father of Modern Chemistry, Jabir discovered various distillation and experimentation methods that became the basis of modern chemistry.
These scientists integrated a revelatory understanding with an empirical approach to the world. For them, the pursuit of knowledge was part of their worship and a reflection on God's greatness.
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The authenticity and originality of the Al-Qur'an which has been preserved since 14 centuries ago is proof of its glory, that its contents are not subject to distortion, and is a source of knowledge. This solid foundation for Muslims further strengthens their belief that the content contained in it is a source of faith, as well as scientific science.
When modern science proves something that has been mentioned in the Qur'an, it is confirmation, not validation—because faith does not require experimentation, but the miracles of the Qur'an are open to anyone who is willing to think.
The miracle of the Quran: Science is not merely a narrative or an adaptation of scientific findings, but rather a harmony between revelation and knowledge. The Quran invites humanity to think, research, and understand the universe as a manifestation of God's greatness.
Islamic scholars have long exemplified that knowledge and faith go hand in hand, not in conflict.
In the midst of the modern scientific era, the existence of the Qur'an as a source of inspiration for knowledge and spiritual values is also one of the greatest miracles that still lives today.
And God knows best
