The Quran, revealed over 1,400 years ago, contains verses that align with modern scientific discoveries. Many of these scientific facts were unknown at the time of its revelation, leading scholars and scientists to marvel at its accuracy. While the Quran is not a science book, its descriptions of natural phenomena serve as signs of divine wisdom.
1. The Expanding Universe
Modern cosmology confirms that the universe is expanding, a discovery credited to Edwin Hubble in the 20th century. However, the Quran mentioned this phenomenon long before:
“And the heaven We constructed with strength, and indeed, We are [its] expander.” (Quran 51:47)
This verse aligns with the Big Bang theory and the continuous expansion of the universe.
2. The Formation of the Embryo
The Quran describes human embryonic development in remarkable detail, a process not fully understood until the invention of microscopes and modern medicine:
“We created man from an extract of clay. Then We made him a drop in a secure resting place. Then We made the drop into a clinging clot, then We made the clot into a lump, then We made the lump into bones, and We covered the bones with flesh; then We developed him into another creation. So blessed is Allah, the best of creators.” (Quran 23:12-14)
Dr. Keith Moore, a renowned embryologist, acknowledged the accuracy of these descriptions, which match modern embryology.
3. The Mountains as Stabilizers
Geological studies show that mountains have deep roots and play a role in stabilizing the Earth’s crust. The Quran describes this function centuries before modern science confirmed it:
“And We placed within the earth firmly set mountains, lest it should shift with them…” (Quran 21:31)
This corresponds with the concept of isostasy, where mountains have deep extensions beneath the Earth’s surface.
4. The Barriers Between Seas
Oceanography has discovered that when two different seas meet, they maintain distinct characteristics due to differences in salinity, temperature, and density. The Quran describes this phenomenon:
“He has set free the two seas meeting together. Between them is a barrier which they do not transgress.” (Quran 55:19-20)
This aligns with scientific observations of oceanic barriers, such as those in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
5. The Protective Atmosphere
The Earth’s atmosphere protects life by blocking harmful radiation, regulating temperature, and preventing meteors from causing destruction. The Quran highlights this protective function:
“And We made the sky a protective ceiling, but they, from its signs, are turning away.” (Quran 21:32)
Today, we understand the role of the ozone layer and other atmospheric layers in shielding Earth, confirming the truth of this verse.
Conclusion
The scientific insights in the Quran continue to amaze researchers, proving its timeless wisdom. While science evolves with new discoveries, the Quran’s verses remain consistent with facts uncovered centuries later. For believers, these signs serve as proof of divine knowledge, encouraging reflection on the wonders of creation.