The Qur’an is considered miraculous by Muslims for its linguistic beauty, depth of meaning, and timeless guidance. Here are examples of miracles attributed to the Qur’an:
1. Linguistic Excellence
The Qur’an’s Arabic style and eloquence are unmatched, even by the greatest poets of its time. Its structure and choice of words are considered beyond human capability.
The challenge in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:23): “If you are in doubt about what We have sent down upon Our Servant [Muhammad], then produce a surah the like thereof and call upon your witnesses besides Allah, if you should be truthful.”
2. Scientific Insights
Embryology: The Qur’an describes the stages of human development in the womb in detail (Surah Al-Mu’minun 23:12–14). These descriptions align with modern embryology.
Expanding Universe: Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:47) mentions that the universe is expanding, a concept confirmed by modern science.
Mountains as Pegs: Surah An-Naba (78:6–7) refers to mountains as stabilizers of the Earth, akin to their function in geology.
3. Preservation
Despite being over 1400 years old, the Qur’an has remained unchanged in its original language, word for word. This fulfills the promise in Surah Al-Hijr (15:9): “Indeed, it is We who sent down the Qur’an, and indeed, We will be its guardian.”
4. Historical Accuracy
Pharaoh’s Preservation: The Qur’an states that Pharaoh’s body would be preserved as a sign for future generations (Surah Yunus 10:92). His mummy was discovered centuries later.
The Defeat of the Romans: Surah Ar-Rum (30:2–4) accurately predicted the Romans’ victory after their defeat by the Persians, which happened a few years later.
5. Universal Message
The Qur’an’s message is relevant to people of all times, addressing human behavior, ethics, and spirituality in a way that transcends cultures and eras.
6. Impact on People
The Qur’an has transformed individuals and societies, bringing moral reform and uniting diverse groups under its teachings. Its recitation has a profound emotional and spiritual effect on listeners.
There are also examples of Qur’anic miracles mentioned directly in its verses;
1. Stages of Human Creation
Surah Al-Mu’minun (23:12-14):
> “And certainly did We create man from an extract of clay. Then We placed him as a sperm-drop in a firm lodging. Then We made the sperm-drop into a clinging clot, and We made the clot into a lump [of flesh], and We made [from] the lump, bones, and We covered the bones with flesh; then We developed him into another creation. So blessed is Allah, the best of creators.”
This verse describes human embryonic development in stages, which align with modern embryology.
2. The Expanding Universe
Surah Adh-Dhariyat (51:47):
> “And the heaven We constructed with strength, and indeed, We are [its] expander.”
This verse implies the expansion of the universe, a fact confirmed by modern cosmology.
3. Mountains as Stabilizers
Surah An-Naba (78:6-7):
> “Have We not made the earth a resting place? And the mountains as stakes?”
Geology confirms that mountains have deep roots and act as stabilizers for the Earth’s crust.
4. Iron Sent Down
Surah Al-Hadid (57:25):
> “…And We sent down iron, in which there is great military might and benefits for the people…”
The phrase “sent down” suggests that iron was not originally from Earth but came from meteorites, a fact supported by scientific research.
5. Pharaoh’s Body Preserved
Surah Yunus (10:92):
> “So today We will save you in body that you may be to those who succeed you a sign. And indeed, many among the people, of Our signs, are heedless.”
The body of Pharaoh (believed to be Ramses II) was discovered and is preserved in a museum, fulfilling this prophecy.
6. Barrier Between Saltwater and Freshwater
Surah Ar-Rahman (55:19-20):
> “He released the two seas, meeting [side by side]; between them is a barrier [so] neither of them transgresses.”
This describes the phenomenon of estuaries where saltwater and freshwater meet but do not mix due to different densities.
7. Prediction of the Romans’ Victory
Surah Ar-Rum (30:2-4):
> “The Romans have been defeated in the nearest land. But they, after their defeat, will overcome within three to nine years. To Allah belongs the command before and after.”
This verse predicted the Romans’ victory over the Persians, which occurred a few years after their initial defeat.
8. Pain Receptors in the Skin
Surah An-Nisa (4:56):
> “Indeed, those who disbelieve in Our verses – We will drive them into a Fire. Every time their skins are roasted through, We will replace them with other skins so they may taste the punishment…
The Qur’an implies that pain receptors are located in the skin, which modern science has confirmed.
