Modern Science & Quranic Revelations
Exploring the profound harmony between contemporary scientific discoveries and the divine wisdom revealed in the Quran fourteen centuries ago.
The Convergence of Revelation and Discovery
The Quran, revealed over fourteen centuries ago, contains numerous verses that describe natural phenomena with remarkable precision—descriptions that align with scientific discoveries made only in recent centuries. This convergence presents a profound testament to the divine origin of the Quranic text.
Our research in this field is dedicated to meticulously documenting, analyzing, and presenting these convergences through rigorous scholarly methodology, bringing together experts in both Islamic studies and various scientific disciplines.
Research Objectives
- Document and analyze Quranic verses that describe natural phenomena in light of contemporary scientific understanding
- Collaborate with specialists across scientific disciplines to ensure accurate interpretation
- Develop educational resources that present these findings in accessible formats
- Contribute to interfaith and science-faith dialogue through evidence-based research
- Publish peer-reviewed research in both Islamic studies and scientific journals
Key Research Areas
Cosmology & Astronomy
Examining Quranic descriptions of celestial bodies, the expanding universe, cosmic origins, and astronomical phenomena in light of modern astrophysics and cosmological models.
Embryology & Human Development
Analyzing the Quran's detailed description of human embryonic development stages and comparing them with contemporary embryological understanding.
Geology & Oceanography
Investigating Quranic references to geological formations, mountain structures, and deep-sea phenomena in relation to modern earth sciences.
Physics & Quantum Mechanics
Exploring Quranic concepts of matter, energy, and the nature of reality in relation to contemporary physics, including quantum theory.
Featured Research
The Expanding Universe in Quranic Cosmology
The Quran states: "And the heaven We constructed with strength, and indeed, We are [its] expander." (Quran 51:47)
This verse, revealed in the 7th century CE, describes the expansion of the universe—a concept that was not scientifically established until the 20th century when Edwin Hubble's observations confirmed the expansion of the universe in 1929.
Our research team, led by Dr. Ibrahim Hassan (Astrophysicist) and Sheikh Ahmad Al-Farooq (Quranic Scholar), has published a comprehensive analysis of this verse and related astronomical concepts in the Quran, examining the linguistic nuances of the original Arabic text alongside the latest cosmological models.
Scholarly Approach
Our research adheres to the highest standards of both scientific and Islamic scholarly methodology:
- Rigorous linguistic analysis of the original Quranic Arabic text
- Consideration of classical and contemporary tafsir (exegesis)
- Collaboration with specialists in relevant scientific fields
- Peer review by both Islamic scholars and scientists
- Transparent presentation of evidence and methodologies
- Acknowledgment of limitations and areas requiring further research
Join Our Research Community
We welcome collaboration with scholars, scientists, and researchers interested in exploring the relationship between Quranic revelation and scientific discovery.