A Book In The Name Of Allah The One And Only Allah The Eternal Absolute The Religion in the

he Balance of Science And Logic.

A Comparative and Analytic Study

1 In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful

We have already sent down to you verses making things clear, an illustration from (the story of) people who passed away before you, and an admonition for those who fear Allah."(34) Allah is the light of the heavens and the earth. The parable of His light is as if there were a Niche and within it a lamp: The lamp enclosed in Glass: The glass as it were A brilliant Star; lit from a blessed tree an olive, neither of the East Nor of the West. Whose oil is well high luminous, though fire scarce touched it: Light upon light! Allah doth guide whom He will to His light: Allah doth set forth parables for men: and Allah doth know all things." (35) [Al- Nur or the Light].

In the name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful Introduction Praise be to Allah, Lord of the worlds and His peace and blessings be upon the most honourable Messenger, Muhammad, Allah's peace and blessings be upon him, upon his family and upon his companions. Allah the Almighty says in His Glorious Book: Invite (all) to the way of thy Lord with wisdom and beautiful preaching; and argue with them in ways that are the best. [Annahl or the Bee 125]. Allah, mighty and Exalted be He is the Being Whom the reason has acknowledged and Whose existence has been supported by knowledge and science. He who contemplates the Heavens and the earth shall become conscious of the creators' omnipotence and of the subtlety of His creation. In fact all creatures bear witness to the existence of the creator. Allah the Almighty says: "So blessed be Allah the best to create."[Almuminun or the Believers 14]. Only those who have derided their minds and denied the in-born inclination are an exception. When they find in the scientific and philosophical ideologies any reason or pretext for denying Allah's existence; they should know that Allah is not in need of their worship or even of them, but they will constantly remain badly in need of His pleasure and grace, praised and glorified be He. Without Allah's mercy and grace they would not have existed nor would have the world. Allah the Almighty says: 0 ye men! It is ye that have need of Allah; but Allah is the One free from all wants worthy of all praise.[Fatir or the Originator of Creation 15]. When the belief in Allah settles in our hearts and illuminates our breasts it will become the ultimate goal of our life and the interim point (Isthmus) that separates between the living and the dead.

3 Allah the Almighty said: By (the token of) time (through the ages), verily man is in loss, except such as have faith and do righteous deeds, and (join together) in the mutual teaching of truth and of patience and constancy. [Al- Asr or the Time Through the Ages]. What I am talking about is quite a tangible matter to those who are conscious of the truthful faith in Allah the Almighty, but this cannot be attained by those who have got blind hearts, heedless of Allah. In fact there are people who altered the eternal truth of Divinity such as those who said: Allah has appeared in the body! (1) In this treatise I have endeavored, for the sake of Allah, to put the matter in its proper course and to remind those who have gone astray. "But remind for reminding benefits the believers [Holy Quran]. Throughout this treatise, I have studied and analyzed the basic principles upon which those who said: "Allah has appeared in the body", had relied. I have also refuted the other trends that affect or are affected by the previous conception. It is a pure analytic study, based on science and logic, supported by truth and history, mainly concerned with doctrinal issues.

(1) This statement appeared in the book entitled, " Has Allah appeared in the body?" Here is the text of the statement: " This is the judgment and decision of history. But as regard to Jesus Christ, a perfect man does not mean the essence of the universe and the mirror of the Divine essence; the link between Allah and His creation only, rather he is the perfect man because he is the perfect God at the same time because the plenitude of divinity inhabit in him bodily (Collossy2-9) and because he is not a link but a veritable union; he is not the mirror of the divine essence that shines brightly by human life, rather he is the grace of his glory and the imprint of his essence and the bearer of all things by the word of his power" (Hebrews 1-3 ). He was the word with Allah and the word was Allah. Every thing was done by the word and nothing had been done without it (John 1: 1-3). In this case he is worthy of assuming power, wealth, wisdom, the good example, the dignity, the glory and blessings.

Amen

4 I am quite convinced that these words and statements alone shall not guide people because guidance comes from Allah the Almighty. " It is true thou wilt not be able to guide every one whom thou lovest; but Allah guides those whom He will". [Al- Qasas or the Narration 56]. For whom Allah the Almighty sought guidance, He bestowed upon equity and faith. Finally, I am very grateful to all those who have contributed to this great work and to those who will assist in its publication. My best regards to those who persist in distinguishing the truth from falsehood. I earnestly appeal to Allah the Almighty to make their reward the best. " And say work (righteousness) soon will Allah observe your work and His Messenger, and the believers". [Altawba or Repentance - 105]

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5 1-Absolute perfection Human soul never attains perfection whatever transcendence it might have reached, because perfection means eternity and durability. A perfect being will not wear out or perish by the passage of time nor will he be changed by occurrences. A perfect being is not also subject to imperfection or mortality, Allah Almighty said: " Every thing (that exists) will perish except His own face. To Him belongs the command and to Him will ye (all) be brought back". [Al-Qasas or Narration-88]. A perfect being is not subject to evolution phases; He is far away from want and need. He is All omniscient, A11 omnipotent and self-subsistent; such qualities have never been ascribed to any human being since the beginning of creation because the traits of perfection have been solely attributed to Allah the Almighty and not to any human being. The Divine Being had not been preceded by nothingness nor had He been succeeded by nothingness. Whereas the human being is preceded by nothingness and succeeded by nothingness. (1) Allah alone possesses the attributes of perfection and there is absolutely none comparable to Him. Allah the Almighty said: " Allah! There is no god but He-the living, the self-subsisting, eternal, no slumber can seize Him nor sleep. His are all things in the Heavens and on earth." [Al- Baqara or the Heifer 255]. He is Allah the Almighty, the first whom nothing precedes and the last whom nothing succeeds, the everlasting living, the eternal One, the preserver of safety, the disposer of affairs, the inheritor of the Heavens and the earth, the all-omnipotent, the exalted in might. (A) Allah the Almighty said: Do not the unbelievers see that the Heavens and the earth were joined together (as one unit of creation) before We clove them asunder? We made from water every living thing. Will they not then believe? (Al Anbiya or the Prophets 30). Whatever the origin of the universe had been, whether by the great explosion or in accordance with any other conception nevertheless the matter had not been solely formed at the outset of the formation but time and place had been formed too! Steven Hawking said: The greatest misunderstanding of the explosion is to say that it had commenced as a mass of matter somewhere in the outer space. Matter had not been the only thing formed during the great explosion; the time and place had been formed too. Thus the universe had been formed out of nothingness i.e. of nothing. The acquired knowledge is unable to find a convincing explanation for that
(1) Faith in Allah by Muhammad Mutwalli Al Sharawi, Third volume. Page 40

6 but Allah the Almighty informed us of that. Moreover the conceptions that explained the origin of universe (including the great explosion) abrogate the material philosophical argument about the universe, adopted by the Greeks who believed that the universe is eternal. And since the notion of creation without creator is inconsistent, because creation needs creator so the existence of anything out of nothingness is quite impossible, unreasonable and illogical, you cant obtain anything out of nothing because the creator should precede creation this obviously is in contrast to chance creation, so the creator is eternal. The American astronomer and physicist, Huge Ross says about the eternal creator: Time is the dimension in which the phenomena of cause and effect occur and without time there exist no cause and no effect. If the beginning of time had coincided with that of the universe as stipulated by the theory (Space and Time) then the cause of universe becomes an entity that had acted in an entirely independent time dimension that precedes the time dimension of the universeThis informs us that the creator is all-omnipotent and beyond mans knowledge and experience, He acts outsides the limits and scope of the universe. Furthermore we are informed that Allah is not the universe itself nor is He contained within the universe (1). (B) Allah Almighty said: With the power and skill did We construct the firmament; for it is We who create the vastness of space . [AL-Dhariyate or the Wind that scatter 47]. The emergence of the universe from nothingness, and the great explosion from which the heavens, the earth, space and time were formed should be accompanied by a latent power that makes the universe expand and extend, whether by the negative gravity or by any other power; this scientific fact has been proved in 1929. The Holly Quran referred to it more than 1300 years ago; this matter has been ascertained by the Microscope (Habel) that discovered the red deviation in the spectre of stars light. (2) This proved that the stars, in their movement, are getting farther from (The sun and the earth) or from one another, and the process of universal explosion and that of the universal expansion that followed is accompanied by attraction processes that include the heavenly bodies in accordance with strict interlaced processes for connection. Paul Defz, Professor of theoretical physics says: The power of the universe
(1) The creation of the universe by Haron Yahya Previous reference, Page 22 Hugh Rossd, The creator and the Cosmos, 1995, Page 76. (2) The creation of the universe by Haron Yahya, reference Page 18

7 explosion was accompanied by strict unimaginable gravity power. The explosion was an old vague stroke but the amounts of its explosion were very carefully and skillfully in orderthere are quite clear evidences indicating that there had been a design for the universe. The scientist, Roger Benro says: The figures that determine the subtle design and execution of the universe equilibrium play a decisive role in its existence. They are so strange that they are beyond comprehension and understanding. These figures also prove that the universe could never be a result of time and place accident. Furthermore these figures show how subtle is the goal of creation and how flawless should the universe be in order to emerge and remain eternal in this existence. Allah the Almighty said: Blessed is He who sent down the criterion to His servant, that it may be an admonition to all creatures, He to whom belongs the dominion of the Heavens and the earth; no son has He begotten, nor has He a partner in His dominion; it is He who created all things, and ordered them in due proportions. [AL-Furqan or the Criterion 1-2]. In his book (The Cosmic Blueprint) and under the heading (The finger print of the comprehensive design) Defz clarified: Undoubtedly the universe design is an evidence of Allahs omnipotence of creation; this result has been discovered by the modern science which is but a renewal of a truth that had been revealed in the Glorious Quran fourteen centuries ago. Allah the Almighty said: Your guardian Lord is Allah, who created the Heavens and the earth in six days, then He established Himself on the Thrown (of authority) .He draweth the night as a veil over the day, each seeking the other in rapid succession; He created the sun, the moon, and the stars (All) governed by laws under His command. Is it not His to create and to govern? Blessed be Allah, the cherisher and sustainer of the Worlds? Al Araf or The Heights 54. (C) Allah the Almighty also said: The day that We rolled up the Heavens like a scroll rolled up for books (completed) even as We produced the first creation, so shall We produce a new one; a promise We have undertaken: Truly shall We fulfill it. Al Anbiya or the prophets 104. Everything that had a beginning should have an end; this is confirmed by reason and logic. And since the beginning of the universe was caused by the explosion; scholars say that the end of the universe will be that of
(1) The creation of the universe by Haron Yahya , Calculations reveal that the chance probability in the universe equals [(1 x 10)10]123 , This probability is unimaginable and even the word impossible is not enough to explain . (2) The creation of the universe by Haron Yahya, Previous reference , Page 39 .

8 shrinking (1) and rolling up as we have already been scientifically assured that the universe is constantly expanding and that the stars, in their movements remain in a state of equilibrium as a result of the various attraction processes, but the using up of energy or the change of negative attraction force will eventually lead the stars towards stability . Allah the Almighty said : And the sun runs its course for a period determined for it ; that is the decree of ( Him ) the exalted in might ,the All-knowing . Ya Sin 38 . The sun is the nearest star to earth, and after the process of stability , in addition to other changes in the universe order, disequilibria will occur and the case of shrinking and rolling up will commence ( as expected by Einstein ) . The universe will return to its previous state ; this is the true promise of Allah . Allah the Almighty said : One day the earth will be changed to a different earth , and so will the heavens and men will be marshaled forth , before Allah , the One ,the irresistible . Ibrahim or Abraham 48 . Then Allah will have subdued the Heavens and the earth and His creation will emerge in another Heaven and earth . The previous argument has made it clear that the Heavens and earth and all that between them do not frustrate Allah and that Allah the Almighty alone has got the absolute perfection . Blessed be Allah full of majesty , bounty and honour . But those who have another definition or view concerning perfection are the ones who had despised and neglected their minds and had committed a falsehood contradicting reason and logic; they attributed to Jesus , peace be upon him, what he had not said even they claimed such thing for a self purpose, Allah the Almighty will call them to account. Allah, exalted and glorified be He said: And behold! Allah will say: "0 Jesus the son of Mary! Didst thou say unto men, worship me and my mother as gods in derogation of Allah? He will say: "(Glory to Thee! Never could I say what I had no right (to say). Had I said such a thing? Thou wouldst indeed have known it. Thou knowest what is in my heart, though I know not what is in thine. For Thou knowest in full all that is hidden). "Never said to them aught except what Thou didst command me to say, to wit, worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord; and I was a witness over them whilst I dwelt amongst them; when Thou didst take me up. Thou was the watcher over them, and Thou art a witness to all things. [AL-Maeda, or The Repast 116-117]*.
* A scene from the Day of Judgment (3) The miracle of the Holy Quran throughout place and time by Dr. Mansour Hasb AlNabi Page 39.

Ill Saint Barnabas' Gospel (which is totally rejected by the Christians, although they know that Saint Barnabas was an intimate disciple of Jesus (PBUH ), Chapter ( 53: 33- 34- 35 ), Jesus (PBUH ) said: " No one will remain alive except God alone, hallowed and glorified be He." When Jesus (PBUH) uttered this , he slapped his face with both hands and hit the ground with his head , when he raised his head he said : "Cursed be he who puts in my sayings that I am the son of God ." (1) In order to understand these issues and discern the truth ; we need to point out that Adam (PBUH ), who was sixty arms tall (2), had been created by God without father or mother, while Jesus (PBUH) had been created without father only , this simply means that the first creation was more difficult than the second , so why should Jesus (PBUH) be a God while Adam(PBUH) should not!

(1) Christianity fundamentals by Muhammad Mustafa Page 98 ,first edition . (2) Faith in Allah by Muhammad Mutwalli Al Sharawi , Page 52 .

10 Therefore the belief in Jesus' (PBUH) divinity is illogical and irrational, Allah Almighty said: " The similitude of Jesus before Allah is as that of Adam, He created him from dust, then said to him" be and was" [AlImran or the Family of lmran-59]. Any allegations, ascribing divinity to Jesus (PBUH) are groundless. Unfortunately all the available gospels have untrue texts ascribing Divinity and perfection to Jesus (PBUH), and what is founded on untruth is untrue in itself. Eventually all such texts of the Gospels are untrue and aim to spoil the creed. Professor (Funk), the founder of Jesus Seminar (1) wrote "We cannot rely, in our faith either on the creed of Peter or on that of Paul, I will never accept religion not emanating from its original source, nor will I accept the forms of doctrine within the confines of early believers only, The authentic creed and true faith must emanate from Jesus of Nazareth. Jesus (PBUH) himself should not be worshipped; it is but the paganism of the early believers! The true goal of the religion should be the faith that Jesus (PBUH) himself has preached. The call to believe in Jesus (PBUH) personally is but substituting the intermediary for truth and the messenger for God. Why should we adhere to Constantine resolutions? And the outcome of the vote that took place in Niqia .

(1) A seminar attended by more than 200 of America's leading clergy and university professors 1993

11 Why should we abide by the decisions made by church- assemblies ; taking these decisions as definitive and final? We have to refrain from imitating the theological dogmas that had been formed during the second , third and fourth centuries . We must let Jesus (PBUH) appear as he really is and not as he was introduced and depicted to us by the so-called Holy Book or by the dogmas that appeared after him . Jesus (PBUH) must be the criterion from which theories and practices should emanate , but church dogmas based on mythology, that had no connection with what Jesus( PBUH) had said or done, have prevailed to replace Jesus(PBUH) nay, to remove him. Jesus' (PBUH) contribution to the religion attributed to him and considered as its founder is very little; consequently we have to begin a new theological page". Allah the Almighty, addressing the Christians , said : " 0 People of the Book ! commit no excesses in your religion :nor say of Allah aught but the truth .Christ Jesus the son of Mary was (no more than ) a messenger of Allah , and His Word , which He bestowed on Mary, and a Spirit proceeding from Him :So believe in Allah and His Messengers. Say not Trinity: desist: It will be better for you : For Allah is One God : Glory be to Him: (Far Exalted is He) above having a son . To Him belong all things in the heavens and on earth. And enough is Allah as a Disposer of affairs" . [ Al- Nisa or the Women 171 ]

( 1 ) Christianity , Islam and Orientalism by Muhammad Farouq Al Zein 2002 , second edition , Page 72 . ( H T J) Funk , Page 300 - 305 ) (The five Gospels (Page 1 - 38 ) The search for authentic words of Jesus .

12 2- Allah the Almighty is the Judge . Allah , exalted and dignified , is the judge who forgives whoever He wills and punishes whoever He wills . Allah the Almighty said ; " (Where) Allah commands there is none to put back His command ; and He is swift in calling to account" . [ Al - Raid or Thunder 41] This verse should not be superficially understood ; Allah never does injustice . Allah the Almighty said:" This is because of the (unrighteous deeds) which your hands sent on before ye ; for Allah never do injustice to those who serve Him". [Al- Imran or the Family of lmran 182 ]. Rewards then are for deeds and intentions and no soul shall suffer an atom weight of injustice . To sum up : There is none who is more exalted and more sublime than Allah ; so if Allah has chosen (the second hypostasis) (1); His son to redeem humanity(2); then the logical " decisive " question that is raised : For whose pleasure this redemption or sacrifice had been made ?

( 1 ) The first hypostasis is the Lord, the second hypostasis is Jesus and the third Hypostasis is the Holy Spirit. (2 ) This paragraph has been quoted from the book entitled (Has Allah Appeared in the Body ?) It states: " All the features that the Holy Book stipulated for enabling the intermediary to mediate between Allah and the mankind have met in Jesus according to the dictates of the work which he has come to fulfill. And as a result of these confirmed features in Jesus; his mediation, which includes all that, he has done, all that he is still doing to redeem humanity are but the deeds of a divine being . All Jesus deeds and pains , due to his mediation ,had been those of a divine being . So he who has been crucified is the Lord ,the Lord of glory and he who exposed himself to death is the second hypostasis of Allah ."

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The process of sacrificing entails the presence of three parties : 1- The sacrificing " People " 2- The sacrificed " Jesus " 3- The sacrificed for " The Lord " The first case : This is based on the assumption that God has appeared in the body of Jesus so Jesus , the Lord was sacrificed to please the Lord ; this is absolutely unacceptable because it contradicts reason and logic . The second case : If we assume that the sacrificed is Jesus , the son, how is it possible that people should sacrifice Jesus , the only son, to please his father, the Lord ; this is also against reason and logic the theme derived from sacrifice process to please the Lord (the sacrificed for). If we set an example derived from the story of Abraham (PBUH) when he decided to sacrifice his son Ishmael (PBUH) so as to please Allah ,we find : 1- Abraham was the sacrificing . 2- Ishmael was the sacrificed . 3- God was the sacrificed for. In this case the process seems logical, reasonable and quite acceptable. Perhaps this notion of sacrifice, being an atonement for people's sins, had been taken from pagan milieu where Paul was born and brought up . This pagan conception holds that people wash their sins and misdeeds by the blood of a righteous being ; exactly as the pagans of Tarsus, who believed that they could wash their sins and misdeeds by the blood of the God Mytharus .

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Or as they had believed that they could be saved by Heraclius ; the half God who had descended to the world of dead to save the souls of human beings . This conception was acceptable and very reasonable to the thinking of the Hillinistines ,the inhabitants of Syrian Intaqia .(1) It was the same conception that Paul preached about Jesus (PBUH), and upon this same conception Paul has founded what is now known as Paul's Christianity, thus the historical Christian Jesus was removed to be replaced by Jesus the mythological (Christos), who by his death on the Cross has redeemed the sins of the world because he has saved humanity from the effects of sin and its consequences ; all this is evident in Paul's statement: (If integrity was in following the code , then Jesus death would be useless)" Paul's message to the people of Ghalatiah (2-21 ) " You should also know, my brethren that through this man, Jesus , your sins have been forgiven ,and through him also, any person believing in him can free himself from any thing he had not been able to free himself from it, as decreed in Moses' Code (Messengers' deeds 13-38-39 ) (2 ). The previous analysis has reasonably and logically invalidated Paul's theory and acquitted Jesus (PBUH) of Paul's claims and his Christianity.

( 1- 2 ) Previous reference : Christianity and Islam ,Page 125 .

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Jesus (PBUH), by the command of Allah, will be a witness, on the Day of Resurrection against his enemies, the enemies of Allah and against Paul and his straying and misleading group. Allah the Almighty said: "That they said (in boast), " We killed Christ Jesus the son of Mary, the messenger of Allah"; - But they killed him not, nor crucified him. But so it was made to appear to them. And those who differ therein are full of doubts, with no (certain) knowledge. But only conjecture to follow, for a surety they killed him not". Nay, Allah raised him up unto Himself; and Allah is exalted in power, wise; - And there is none of the people of the Book but must believe in him before his death; and on the day of Judgment he will be a witness against them." [Al Nisa or the Women 157-158-159] However, when the church seems to adopt Paul's creed, there is quite a number of academicians and scholars of the Holy Book as well as some of the clergy endeavor trying to find a reasonable alternative to the status quo but without success because they simply invented new theories of their own. Some of them denied absolutely the historical mission of Jesus (PBUH), Others claimed that Jesus (PBUH) was but a religious preacher only; and they totally rejected the Divine revelation sent down to him. Some of them tried to invent legends about his mission. Many others called for a reproduction of Christianity in a new garment. (1) Many Christians do not heed the insufficiency of the historical documents about the existence of Jesus , peace be upon him , and prefer to keep absolutely silent about it, at the time when they accept the various significant historical contradictions and sophism contained in the gospels and acknowledging the strange novelties about Christianity, which had been taken in later times from unbeliever nations which nowadays constitute an integral part of Christianity-scholars of theology. Catholic philosophers, protestant, and Christians in general spare no effort to understand and illustrate in carnation and trinity in a rational way, but they failed completely ; had it not been possible to be otherwise ?.(2)

(1) (2)

Previous reference , Christianity and Islam Page 125 . The secret of the European intellectuals conversion to Islam page 34.

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The glorious Quran has diagnosed their conditions ! Allah the Almighty said: "But truly those who have inherited the Book after them are in suspicious (disquieting) doubt concerning if. [Al - Shura or Consultation 14].Therefore, they are in doubt and suspicion concerning their Holy books. Few of them had endeavored to consider the matter according to Islam's view. It is astonishing to know that the Holy Quran had already described their attitude, Allah Almighty says: "Never comes (aught) to them of a renewed Message from their lord, but they listened to it as in jest". [ALAnbiya or Prophets 2]. "But there comes not to them a newly revealed Message from Allah .the most gracious but they turn away there from. [AlShuara or Poets 5]. "They have indeed rejected the message: So they will know soon (enough) the truth of what they mocked at". [Al-Shuara or Poets 6] The Holy Quran also described how they received the Prophet's Message with arrogance and mockery; which soon turned to become sheer enmity and indifference (1).

(1) Previous reference : Christianity and Islam .

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3- Allah has honoured man with reason :Allah the Almighty has honoured man with the reason and it was He who made man superior to other creatures ; eventually this superiority, bestowed by Allah , has enabled man , through his reason, to exploit and build the earth and use it for his service. Allah the Almighty said : " Behold, thy Lord said to the angels; "I will create a vicegerent on earth." They said: "wilt thou place therein one who will make mischief therein and shed blood? - Whilst we do celebrate Thy praises and glorify Thy Holy (name)? "He said: " I know what ye know not" (30) And He taught Adam the names of all things; then He placed them before the angels, and said: "Tell me the names of these if ye are right." (31) They said: Glory to thee; of knowledge we have none, save what Thou hast taught us: in truth it is Thou who art perfect in knowledge and wisdom." ( 32 )He said: " 0 Adam! tell them their names." When he had told them Allah said: " Did I not tell you that I know the secrets of heaven and earth, and I know what ye reveal and what ye conceal?" (33) [Al-Baqara or the Heifer]. The Angels' question was not in vain because when Allah the Almighty wanted to make man His vicegerent on earth it was necessary to bestow on man what distinguishes him from other creatures i.e. the power of distinction and thinking and since the Angels know that man's superiority and unique power of thinking will become a source of corruption and bloodshed; they are right to think so, because when man got power and became overcome by ignorance, he turned to be aggressive and arrogant. Had it not been for Allah's grace and mercy, corruption and injustice would have prevailed.

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Allah the Almighty had taught man and guided him to the good and righteous path by the revelation He had sent down to His Prophets, God's peace and blessings be upon them, who conveyed His message to humanity; so those who refuse to submit to Allah's command and deviate from the right path of the prophets are the transgressors. By the virtue of reason man could exploit and use the potentialities in a way that realize his interests and make him avoid dangers and harm; that is the acquired science. Man has the desire to domination, a matter that pressed him to use his knowledge in inventing means that facilitate the processes of his domination; this may be accompanied by corruption, injustice and harm to people. Besides the previous sciences which we have defined as acquired sciences , there are sciences sent down through revelation , these are the sciences mentioned before which Allah the Almighty has sent down for the guidance of people and for saving them from corruption and transgression ; they conform to the goal and call . But peoples whims and desires have created contradictions and differences . In fact all sciences are part of Allahs grace but man has the desire and capabilities to use the previous sciences in various ways . However, man's capabilities (the sensational, the intellectual etc,) and his other scientific attainments do not enable him to acquaint himself with the secrets of the universe and the dominion of Allah . Allah the Almighty said: Nor shall they compass aught of His knowledge except as He willeth. [Al Baqara or the Heifer 255 ]. Nevertheless, man can discern the existence of Allah through his capabilities and learning. If man believes in things which he can not see such as electrons, protons, gravity and the electric and magnetic fields... etc, because he could find out their effects ! Is it not better for man to believe in Allah the Almighty since all that the universe comprise bear witness to His existence?! In fact there is law and order among all the units that comprise this universe ; its galaxies and planets are knit together by the force of attraction and repulsion .gravity and inertia as well as other linking forces . In his explanation of a part of this force Newton said : " It is inconceivable to find a lifeless and senseless objects attracting or pulling another object without any link between them !" (1). A man admittance of this force is something taken for granted because this force is the only scientific means upon which heavens have been established.
(1) The universe and the scientific miracle in the Holy Quran by Dr. Mansour Hasb Al Nabi .Page 74

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In spite of man's knowledge that this force cannot be seen, nor can it be proved by theoretical experiment, but it can be sensed by its effects. The Holy Quran has supported the presence of this force indicating that it is (the pillars; upon which the heavens are established) Allah the Almighty said "Allah is He who raised the heavens without any pillars that ye can see; then He established Himself on the Throne [of authority]; He has subjected the sun and the moon! Each one runs (its course) for a term appointed. He doth regulate all affairs, explaining the signs in detail, that ye may believe with certainty in the meeting with your Lord". [Al-Raid or the Thunder 2]. Our inability to see this force (pillars) does not negate its presence and it does exist whether we admit or deny it. Dr. Mansour Hasb Anabbi says: I believe, (Allah the best to know), that gravity is one of Allah's command. Allah the Almighty said: "And among His signs is this, that heaven and earth stand by His command: Then when He calls you, by a single call, from the earth, behold, ye (straightway) come forth". [AlRum or the Romans 25].(1) This force has been scientifically admitted and without it the heavens and earth would not have been stabilized, glory to their creator who sustains the heavens and earth!! Allah the Almighty said: "It is Allah who sustains the heavens and the earth, lest they cease (to function): And if they should fail, there is none -not one- can sustain them thereafter: verily He is most forbearing, oft -forgiving". [Fatir 41].

( 1 ) The Holy Quran miracles throughout time and place . Dr. Mansur Hasab Al- Nabi Page 17

20 It is also possible to know Allah through contemplating the stability and continuity of life system and the durability of the movement of the universe and planets according to a comprehensive system, characterized by accuracy and complexity ; all these indicate the existence and perfection of the creator. Making use of reason in acquiring knowledge and learning is but an inborn inclination otherwise , if the instinct was neglected, what would be the use of reason ? Islam has urged man to make use of his reason to know the creator, rather Islam has prohibited every thing that harms or impairs this instinct even temporarily such as wine and narcotics . The Messenger of Allah (PBUH ) said: " The search for knowledge is enjoined on every Muslim". (1 ) Acquiring knowledge cannot be attained except by reason and prudence . However, Paul claims that learning and knowledge are sinful, giving reason for that; in fact he wanted his followers to be ignorant and heedless so that they would not be able to distinguish between the truth and falsehood, so he said : " The desire for knowledge made man indulge in sin" . Allah the Almighty has urged people to regard the wonders of the universe and to be mindful of history and warned them against heart blindness : " Do they not travel through the land, so that their hearts (and minds) may thus learn wisdom and their ears may thus learn to hear ? Truly it is not their eyes that are blind, but their hearts which are in their breasts ." [ Al Haj or pilgrimage 46 ]. Thus the Holy Quran addresses those childish - minded people who gave up the use of their minds and persisted in asking for extraordinary miracles as a condition for faith . Allah the Almighty said : " And is it not enough for them that We have sent down to thee the Book which is rehearsed to them ? Verily in it is mercy and a reminder to those who believe". [ Al Ankaboot or Spider 51]

( 1 ) A part of Prophetic saying narrated by Al - Tirmizi. Al - Targheeb wal Tarheeb by Al Munthiri .

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The significance of the former Quranic verse is quite clear; people should concentrate on the essence of the Holy Quran in a reasonable and mindful way because it is a miracle in itself; this concentration is sufficient for attaining the truth without asking for extraordinary miracles . In his book, Jesus in the Quran , professor Jeffrey Parrinder says: "The deep and significant meanings which the Holy Quran contains are not known to common Christians , furthermore , the Holy Quran testimony of monotheism and also that of Jesus , son of Mary, being but a human being ! This testimony has been a major correction badly needed by the church ; but the church ignored it! Christianity has to restructure its terms such as : son of god ,trinity, devotion and view them in a new way . It must also reconsider the concepts relating to prophethood and revelation in the light of the Divine Revelation sent down to Muhammad (PBUH) in the Holy Quran which is beyond the least shadow of doubt, because the example set by the Holy Quran to the People of the Book compels us to be shy of ourselves" . (1 ) Muslims have believed in the Message of Jesus (PBUH) and in his mission to the Israelites . Allah the Almighty said " The religion before Allah is Islam (submission to His will): " Nor did the People of the Book dissent therefrom except through envy of each other, after knowledge had come to them ." [ Al-Imran or the Family of Imran 19 ]. Addressing Jesus (PBUH), Allah the Almighty said : " I will make those who follow thee superior to those who reject faith to the Day of Resurrection". [ Al-Imran or the Family of Imran 55 ]. Those who followed Jesus were the Muslims whom Allah the Almighty Has placed them in a higher position than those who rejected the true argument and the sound logic ; but Allah the Almighty has bestowed authority on those who follow His code in the universe , whether they are believers or disbelievers . (2 )

(1) Christianity and Islam , (previous reference Parrinder JTQ Page 171 - 173 ).

(2) Christianity and Islam and Orientalism Previous Reference Page 74

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Perhaps the important points, which we need to deal with here, are those which refer to the causes of mankind straying and which are usually due to disbelief and ignorance. Disbelievers can be divided into the Following categories : 1 - Disbelievers denying Allah the Almighty : (1) They are the disbelievers who deny the existence of Allah and attribute the cause of creation to nature ; they believe that the universe had been created by nature and that the vicissitude of time or nature shall annihilate them together with all other creatures . Allah the Almighty Described them : " And they say : " What is there but our life in this world ? We shall die and we live , and nothing but time can destroy us" . But of that they have no knowledge ; they merely conjecture" . [ Al Jathia or Bowing the Knee .24] . Allah the Almighty has made it clear that their belief is not founded on the basis of scientific logic but on mere conjecture . In order to understand their psychology more profoundly and more accurately ; they are usually superficial people when they deal with matters pertaining to religion , they are reluctant to think seriously of what may change their life and concepts . They constantly run after money thinking that money will bring them happiness . They are heedless of the restrictions or principles that prohibit acquiring money illegally . Al-Shahrastani says about them : " they are thoughtless , reluctant to believe in Allah and the day when all shall return to Him , they indulged themselves in a material and sensual life thinking that there is no other choice except that; these are the naturalist, atheists and disbelievers. (2)

(1) Faith in Allah, Previous Reference (2) Disbelieving Personality in a Quranic Study .Hasan M . Hasan Abbara .

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2- Ignorant but they think they know . (1 ) They are those who attributed to Allah false attributes and imagined their Lord not as He is , or ascribed a son to Him . Allah the Almighty said : " Say : " Shall we tell of those who lose most in respect of their deeds ? - 'Those whose efforts have been wasted in this life , While they thought that they were acquiring good by their works" ? [ Al Kahf or the Cave 103-104]. They are divided into two categories : (A) - Those who follow their ancestors and like to adhere to what is inherited and to be as intolerant as their fathers ; they find a good example in their fathers and forefathers even if they were wrong . Allah the Almighty said : " When it is said to them : " Come to what Allah hath revealed ; come to the Messenger" : They say : " Enough for us are the ways we found our fathers following ." What! even though their fathers were void of knowledge and guidance ?" [ Al Mmaeda or The repast 104] (B) - Beneficiaries (opportunists ) who take advantage of the status quo in order to amass money . Allah the Almighty said : " 0 ye who believe! There are indeed many among the priests and anchorites , who in falsehood devour the Substance of men and hinder (them ) from the way of Allah . And there are those who hoard gold and silver and spend it not in the way of Allah ; announce unto them a most grievous penalty." [ AlTauba (Repentance ) Baraat (Immunity) 34 ]. They do not seriously abide by the legislation because they had freed themselves from the code although they know for sure that they are wrong ; there are other beneficiaries who could occupy major social positions through propitiating leading religious centers . These various categories are interrelated and sometimes they tend to disbelieve or deny the existence of Allah due to the weakness of their faith and its contradiction with science and logic and also due to their reaction against church hegemony.

(1 ) Faith in Allah - previous reference.

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3- Ignorant of Allah by obstinacy and impenitence after knowing Him. They are those who imagined themselves in a position superior to that of other people ; they advocate racial discrimination ; a tendency led by the Satan ,cursed be he , it was the Satan who disobeyed Allah's order when he refused to prostrate to Adam (PBUH) because of Adam's different creation . The origin of disobedience was due to the Satan's reluctance to obey Allah's command ; the righteous Caliph Ali, may god be pleased with him , said that the Satan's enthusiasm was fortuitous matter and his hostility to Adam resulted from their different creation . Satan is the enemy of Allah the Almighty and the leader of intolerant, forefather of arrogant, and the founder of fanaticism. The best example of this tendency are the Jews who arrogantly claim that they are the chosen people of Allah and that the rest of people are inferior to them (Although they know that their ancestors were favored by Allah because of their piety) Allah Almighty said: "(both) the Jews and the Christians say: "We are sons of Allah, and His beloved". Say: "Why then doth He punish you for your sins? Nay, ye are but men,-of the men He hath created: He forgiveth whom He pleaseth .And He punisheth whom He pleasth ; and to Allah belongeth the dominion of the Heavens and the earth and all that is between ; and unto Him is the final goal (of all)".( 18) " 0 People of the Book ! Now hath come unto you , making (things) clear unto you, Our Messenger, after the break in (the series of) our Messengers , lest ye should say : " There came unto us no bringer of glad tidings and no warner (from evil)": But now hath come unto you a bringer of glad tidings and a warner (from evil). And Allah has power over all things (19) [ Al - Maeda or The Repast ].

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4 - Ignorant of Allah by envy and rancour : Allah exalted in might said : " Quite a number of the People of the Book wish they could turn you (people) back to infidelity after ye have believed. From selfish envy, after the truth hath become manifest unto them : but forgive and overlook, till Allah accomplishes His purpose for Allah hath power over all things ." [ Al - Baqara or the Heifer 109 ] The previous Quranic verse aims at warning the believers of the envy that had overruled many of the People of the Book and led them astray so they schemed to mislead the believers ; they know that Muhammad ( PBUH) is the seal of Prophets and the Holy Quran is God's revelation to him ; but overwhelmed by envy and rancour, they tried by all means to discredit Muhammad (PBUH), and many of them endeavoured to imitate the Holy Quran by twisting their tongues so that the listener should think that they were reciting Allah's words . Allah the Almighty said : " There is among them a section who distort the Book with their tongues: (as they read) you would think it is a part of the Book but it is no part of the Book; and they say: " That is from Allah". But it is not from Allah : It is they who tell a lie against Allah , and (well) they know it! ( 78 ). It is not (possible) that a man , to whom Is given the book, and wisdom, and the prophetic office, should say to people : " Be ye my worshippers rather than Allah's ". On the contrary (he would say): " Be ye worshipper of Him Who is truly the cherisher of all for ye have taught the Book and ye have studied it earnestly " . [ Al - Imran or the Family of Imran 78 - 79 ] .

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The arbitrary means that are adopted in fighting against Allah's book have become more obvious and the Holy Quran has denounced them saying: " Fain would they extinguish Allah's light with their mouths , but Allah will not allow but that His light should be perfected , even though the unbelievers may detest (it)" It is He who hath sent His Messenger with guidance and the religion of truth, to proclaim it over all religion, even through the pagans may detest (it)" . [ AL - Tawba or Repentance. 32 - 33 ]. They even endeavour by all means to distort the Holy Quran but in vain because the Holy Quran is guarded by Allah the exalted and omnipotent. Allah the Almighty said: We have without doubt, sent down the Message and we will assuredly guard it (from corruption)". [ Al - hijr or the Rocky Track 9 ]

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4 - The infallibility of the Messengers and their miracles Allah the Almighty has chosen the Messengers and made them infallible and supported them with miracles and clear cut signs to strengthen their position before people . Allah the Almighty said : "That mankind, after (the coming) of the Messengers, should have no plea against Allah for Allah is exalted in power, wise". [ Al-Nisa or the women 165]. Therefore, mankind should have no plea against Allah after the coming of Messengers ; for Messengers are the keys of guidance to mankind ; this means that Allah has shown people the way to salvation , but seditions turned people away from the straight path . Seditions are so many (self sedition , money sedition , women sedition and so on), all of which affect people's choice , so they become seduced and misled. Since Allah has sent prophets to mankind so that they should have no plea against Him after that. The plea then is to Allah against those of the mankind who had disbelieved or gone astray from the true path ; (Religion of Allah) led by seditions . When people Shall be asked if they had known of the Messengers ? There will be a question , especially after the Final Message ; the Message of Muhammad (PBUH) which has established the plea and miracle before the people up to the Day of Judgment; this question will be : Why have not they believed ? However, he who has believed will have acquitted himself and he who has disbelieved will not have his deeds accepted and in the hereafter he will be among the losers . Allah the Almighty said : " If any one desires a religion other than Islam ( submission to Allah ) never will it be accepted of him ; and in the hereafter he will be in the ranks of those who have lost (all spiritual good)" . [ Al-Imran or the Family of lmran 85 ].

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The three most important Messengers , particularly at present, are : 1 - Moses ( PBUH): To whom the Torah was revealed , and he was honoured by the converse in secret (1 ); but this does not mean that Moses (PBUH) has seen Allah the Almighty . Allah Glorified be He said: When Moses came to the place appointed by Us, and his Lord addressed him, he said: 0 my Lord ! show (thyself) to me , that I may look upon thee. Allah said : by no means canst thou see Me (direct), but look upon the mount; if it abide in its place , then shalt thou see Me . When his Lord manifested His glory on to the mount, He made it as dust and Moses fell down in a swoon . When he recovered his senses he said : Glory be to Thee ! To Thee I turn in repentance ,and I am the first to believe ." [ Al-Araf or the Heights 143 ]. Moreover, the miracle of Moses (PBUH ) lay in his defeating the magicians of that era, when magic was a predominant feature, by the force of truth . Allah the Almighty said : " They said: " 0 Moses ! Whether wilt thou that thou throw (first) or that we be the first to throw? 65. He said, " Nay throw ye first!" Then behold their ropes and their rods- so it seemed to him on account of their magic - began to be in a lively motion !" 66 " So Moses conceived in his mind a (sort of) fear. 67 . " We said fear not! for thou hast indeed the upper hand: 68. " Throw that which is in thy right hand: quickly wilt swallow up that which they have faked ; what they have faked is but a magician's trick: and the magician thrives not", 69 (no matter) where he goes- "So the magicians were thrown down to prostration : They said : " We believe in the Lord of Aaron and Moses". [ Taha 65-66-67-86-69-70 ].

(1) Faith in Allah -Previous reference .

29 The previous Quranic verses asserts that the miracle of our master Moses (PBUH) had not been mere magic but it had been the truth that defeated the magicians whose deeds were false. 2 - Jesus (PBUH): To Whom the Gospel was revealed ; He was also supported by the Holy Spirit and could , by the leave of God , bring the dead back to life, cure the diseased , the disabled and the blind (1). Allah the Almighty said : " Then will Allah say : " 0 Jesus the son of Mary ! Recount My favour to thee and to thy mother. Behold! I strengthened thee with the Holy Spirit, So that thou didst speak to the people in childhood and in maturity. Behold! I taught thee the Book and wisdom , the Torah and the Gospel. And behold ! Thou makest out of clay , as it were , the figure of a bird , by My leave , and thou breathest into it, and it becometh a bird by My leave , and thou healest those born blind , and the lepers , by My leave. And behold ! thou bringest forth the dead by my leave .And behold! I did restrain the Children of Israel from ( violence to) thee when thou didst show them the clear signs , and the unbelievers among them said : This is nothing but evident magic ." [ Al- Maeda or the Table Spread 110]. The Muslim scholar, Ibin Kathir said : " Allah the Almighty recounts His favours on His servant and Messenger, Jesus (PBUH), Allah the Omnipotent has enabled Jesus (PBUH) to perform extraordinary miracles and created him from a mother without a father and made him a sign and clear cut evidence of His power over all things . Jesus miracle was a challenge in an era known for advanced and flourished medicine .(2)

(1-2) Faith in Allah -Previous reference .

30 To whom the Holy Quran was 3- Muhammad (PBUH): revealed. The Torah and Gospel (1) were manipulated by man to become obscure and vague statements full of errors, distortion and aberration " without an authority from Allah". However, this does not necessarily mean that all their content had been perverted; there still exist some sound parts, but most of the other parts that touch upon creed and in born inclination have been distorted. In " The Jesus Seminar", many investigators of the leading scholars and professors of theology in America have admitted that 82% of the statements ascribed to Jesus (PBUH) in the Books were groundless,(2) and that thoughtful people should undertake objective studies to find out the differences between these statements and the Glorious Quran , the eternal miracle .The major differences and their causes are as follows : 1- The difference of the nature of the Mission and Message : In fact Muhammad's (PBUH ) Mission has been for the entire mankind and it is the final Message ; it is a comprehensive code that has abrogated the other Messages . It has brought bliss, mercy and intimacy to all the people . Allah the Almighty said : "We sent thee not, but as a mercy for all creatures."[Al-Inbiya or the Prophets 107] Commenting on the significance of (Seal Mission), Murad Hughman says: "Seal means completion and perfection which were not realized before Muhammad (PBUH) in spite of the delivery of Moses and Jesus' (peace be upon them) Messages. There had been urgent need for a complete, perfect and comprehensive Message; this was achieved by the advent of Muhammad's (PBUH) Mission. Human need in the seventh century made way for the abrogation of the previous criteria to be replaced by the Holy Quran. In the light of this we can understand the true significance of the following Quranic verse "This day have I perfected your religion for you, completed My favour upon you, and have chosen for you Islam as your religion". [Al-Maeda or The Repast 3-4]. This verse was revealed to Muhammad (PBUH) eighty-one days before his death , to announce the end of Muhammad's mission who has delivered the message and fulfilled the trust.

( 1) The Torah and the Gospel (in your hand ) are different from those revealed to Moses and Jesus . ( 2 ) Christianity, Islam and Orientalism Page 61 ( Seminar T F G Page 5 ).

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Eventually there will be no other Divine Message after Muhammad (PBUH); but this does not mean that there had not been any one who claimed prophethood ,nay, some had arrogantly claimed Divinity as well. But history has irrevocably maintained , for more than 1400 years, that there had been no true prophet after Muhammad (PBUH) Allah the Almighty said : "Muhammad is not the father of any of your men ,but (he is) the Messenger of Allah, and the seal of the Prophets: And Allah has full knowledge of all things."[Al-Ahzab or the Confederates 40]. Since Islam is the final Message and the plea against mankind, therefore its miracle will remain eternal forever. 2- The Holy Quran: It is purely and absolutely God's own words; it is the everlasting miracle of our master Muhammad (PBUH). The Glorious Quran exists in its original text without the slightest alteration of letter, syllable, jot or tittle and it will remain so forever. Allah the Almighty said: "No falsehood can approach it from before or behind it; it is sent down by one full of wisdom, worthy of all praise". [Fussilat or abbreviated letter 42]. A miracle is something extraordinary, beyond the human power ! The Holy Quran's miracle lies in the fact that it comprises verses, which imply literary and moral concepts, the like of which human power, what ever resourceful it might be, can never produce. {It is an everlasting challenge about the presence of mankind}

32 More than 1400 years have elapsed since the Holy Quran was revealed and it is still fully preserved. In fact no other scripture has been fully preserved. Allah the Almighty said: " Nay, this is a glorious Quran, (inscribed) in a Tablet Preserved. [Al-Buruj or the Zodiacal Signs or (The Constellations) 21-22]. Unlike the Old and New testament wherein someone narrates indirectly about a person or a thing or even about Allah ; in the Holy Quran the narrator is always Allah the Almighty , He tells about Himself ,glorified and exalted be He , using the second person singular , the second person plural and the third person singular so that we remain aware that Allah the Almighty is above embodiment and personification. . In his book , The Bible The Quran and Science , Maurice Bucaille proved that the Holly Quran is the only Scripture whose verses do not contradict with what has been admitted by the modern science . here lies the secret of the conversion to Islam of the leading figures of freethinking in Europe. We shall refer briefly here to the miracles of the Holy Quran: 1- The linguistic miracles: The Arabs were famous for their literary creativity; literature and poetry were the essential features of their life; poetry expressed their joy, sorrow and pride; it was part and parcel of their life. The Holy Quran, with its eloquent and highly refined inimitable language made grammarians derive their grammatical rules from the Quranic texts . A researcher who studies and compares any of these texts to other texts produced by writers , poets or orators will certainly discern the Divine style ,the like of which human beings can never produce . The structural consistency of the Quranic expressions and vocabularies make any substitute of other words, which convey the same effect or beauty, impossible.

33 The disbelievers of Qureish had witnessed to the linguistic wonders of the Holy Quran . Al-Walid Bin Al-Mughira said; " By God, the Quran is so sweet and refined in its totality that no human being can ever say the like".(1) The Holy Quran , moreover, has preserved to the Arabic language its Authenticity throughout the ages and will certainly continue to preserve it in the ages to come ,by the Grace of Allah . 2 - Meaning Miracle ; this includes the informative, scientific and legislative miracles. The informative miracle consists of informing the Messenger of Allah, Muhammad (PBUH) as well as the Muslims about: The news and stories of the ancient nations and prophets, whom Muhammad (PBUH) had not known, for Muhammad (PBUH) was far away , in time and place , from those nations ; such as the Pharaohs , the Children of Israel, Saba, Solomon ,the people of Saleh , Thamud and others . However, the Holy Quran and the Revelation have acquainted Muhammad (PBUH) with the news of those people and some of this news appeared in the Torah and the Gospel.

( 1 ) Researches in the Holy Quran Wonders by Professor Mustafa Mussalam.

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The children of Israel disagreed about matters that appeared in the Holy Quran. Allah the Almighty said: "Verily this Quran doth explain to the Children of Israel most of the matters in which they disagree". [Al Naml or the Ants 76]. The reference to the children of Israel in the above Quranic verse includes the Jews and the Christians because both of them believe in the Old Testament as it exists today; although it contains a combination of what is revealed and what has man written accounts, and because of this combination, the Holy Quran aims, among many other things, at clarifying the matters in which Jews and Christians disagreed in order to distinguish between the true and false. The word "most" and not all in the above Quranic verse means that all the hidden matters will not be clarified except in the Hereafter. (1) And for further distinction and confirmation of the Holy Quran miracle, it is necessary to refute ,by an absolute scientific argument beyond any shadow of doubt ,the allegations of those who claimed that the Holy Quran had been dictated to Muhammad (PBUH) from the Torah and the Gospel. We need to present the story of the perdition of Pharaoh's army as it is narrated in the Old Testament and in the Holy Quran as follows: A- In the Book of Exodus 14 , 15 , 26 - The Lord said to Moses, " hold out your hand over the sea, and the water will come back over the Egyptians and their chariots and drivers . 27 - So Moses held out his hand over the sea, and at daybreak the water returned to its normal level.

(1 ) Previous reference ; Christianity , Islam and Orientalism .Page 69

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The Egyptians tried to escape from the water, but the Lord threw them into the sea 28 - The water returned and covered the chariots, the drivers, and all the Egyptian army that had followed the Israelites into the sea, not one of them was left. 29 - But the Israelites walked through the sea on dry ground, with walls of water on both sides. 30 - On that day the lord saved the people of Israel from the Egyptians, and the Israelites saw them lying dead on the seashore. 31-When the Israelites saw the great power, with which the lord had defeated the Egyptians, they feared the lord, and they had faith in the Lord and his servant Moses. (1) B-The Holy Quran: in Yunus or Jonah chapter, Allah the Almighty said: "Moses prayed: "Our lord! Thou hast indeed bestowed on Pharaoh and his chiefs splendour and wealth in the life of the present, and so, our Lord they mislead (men) from thy path. Deface, our Lord, the features of their wealth. and send hardness to their hearts, so they will not believe until they see the grievous penalty. (88) Allah said: "Accepted is Your prayer (0 Moses and Aaron)! So stand ye straight, and follow not the path of those who know not .(89) We took the Children of Israel across the sea : Pharaoh and his hosts followed them in insolence and spite . At length, when overwhelmed with the flood , he said: "I believe that there is no God except Him whom the Children of Israel believe in : I am of those who submit (to Allah in Islam ).(90) (it was said to him :) "Ah now !- But a little while before , wast thou in rebellion ! - And thou didst mischief (and violence) !(91). " This day shall we save thee in thy body ,that thou mayest be a sign to those who come after thee ! But verily , many among mankind are heedless of Our signs F (92) [Yunus or Jonah . 88 - 92 ].

( 1) The Old Testament of the Torah and Gospel, Page 91 .

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The Quranic verse 92 , from Jonah chapter, revealed that the Pharaoh's body had been preserved , as a mummy, to be a sign and a lesson to those who will succeed him ; this was confirmed by the recent discoveries , but the Holy Quran referred to it more that 1300 years ago. After an intensive study, Morris Boucaille says that he supports the viewpoint, which maintains that Merneptah , the Pharaoh who succeeded Ramses II whose corpse remained preserved , is Moses' Pharaoh . The Holy Quran had not specified the identity of the Pharaoh since all the kings of Egypt were called Pharaohs. (1) The Holy Quran has illustrated the attitude of the unbelievers in a full manner to enforce the former miracle by another one, for further clarification; Allah the Almighty said: " But the Misbelievers say: "Naught is this but a lie which he has forged. And others have helped him at it." In truth it is they who have put forward an iniquity and a falsehood (4) and they say: "Tales of the ancients, which he has caused to be written: and they are dictated before him morning and evening(5) Say: "The (Quran) was sent down by Him Who knows the mystery (that is) in the heavens and the earth: verily He is Oft-forgiving, Most Merciful(6)." [Al-Furqan or the Criterion]. (B) 2- The revelation of the Holy Quran acquainted the Prophet, Muhammad (PBUH) with many matters, which occurred in his time, but he had not known them, such as the stories that exposed the hypocrites before the people. The Holy Quran even revealed their unexpressed thoughts and what is really passing in their hearts.

(1 ) the strive for Faith By Dr. Jeffery Lang Page 72 .

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Allah the Almighty said: "The hypocrites are afraid lest a Sura should be sent down about them, showing them what is (really passing) in theirs hearts. Say: " Mock ye! But verily Allah will bring to light all that ye fear (should be revealed). [Al-Tauba or the repentance 64] (C) 3- The Glorious Quran has informed the Muslims about hidden matters which had not come to pass . Allah the Almighty said : " The Roman Empire has been defeated - In a land close by : But they ,(even) after (this) defeat of theirs , will soon be victorious". [ Al-Rum or the Romans 2-3 ] This Quranic prophecy came true because the Romans achieved victory after they had been defeated by the Persians . Allah the Almighty said : " And We gave (clear) warning to the Children of Israel in the Book , that twice would they do mischief on the earth and be elated with mighty arrogance ( and twice would they be punished )! When the first of the warnings came to pass. We sent against you Our servants given to terrible warfare: They entered the very inmost parts of your homes; and it was a warning (completely) fulfilled." [ Al-Isra or Bani Israil or the Children of Israel. 4-5 ] Many interpreters of the Holy Quran assert that the first arrogance and mischief had been accomplished when Allah sent to them the Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar who drove them out of their homes, killed many of them and took many others as captives to Babylonia.(l) Allah the Almighty said : " And We said there-after to The Children of Israel, " Dwell securely in the land (of promise) but when the second of the warnings came to pass , We gathered you together in a mingled crowd . We sent down the ( Quran ) in Truth , and in Truth has it descended ; and We sent thee but to give glad tidings and to warn (sinners). [ Bani Israil or the Children of Israel. 104 - 105 ]. Glorified be Allah, He is True, what He says is true , what He promises is true, Paradise is true, the Hell fire is true, the Prophets (PBUT) are true and Muhammad (PBUH), who was sent to give glad tidings and to warn, is true. The second arrogance, and mischief, most likely, commenced with the convening of the Jewish conference in Basle, Switzerland, 1897 A.D (1). When the influx of Jews in a "mingled crowd" onto Palestine, to establish the state of Israel" had started.
(1) Treatise on the miracle of the Holy Quran

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This is exactly what the Holy Quran had predicted!! Allah the Almighty said: Thenceforth were your hearts hardened; they became like a rock and even worse in hardness. For among rocks there are some from which rivers gush forth, others there are which when split asunder send forth water; and others, which sink for fear of Allah. And Allah is not unmindful of what ye do" [Al-Baqara74]. Moses (PBUH) addressing the Israelites said: "I know your obstinacy and your hard hearts; you will spread corruption, after my death, and deviate from the right path, I ordered you to follow, mischief will befall you at the end. (1) After their second corruption, which has not finished yet, and which will be confirmed by the leadership of the imposter and the appearance of the Guided and the descent of Jesus (PBUH). "And soon will the unjust know what vicissitudes their affair will take". Jesus (PBHU) shall be a sign for the approaching of the hour (The Day of Judgment). Allah the Almighty said: " And (Jesus) shall be a sign (for the coming of) the Hour (of Judgment): therefore have no doubt about the (Hour), but follow ye Me: this is a straight way". [Al-zukhruf or Gold Adornment 61]. This means that the sign of (Hour) will be known by the descent of Jesus (PBUH).

( 2 ) Talmud , its history and instructions . Zafar Al-Islam Khan 2002 .

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The scientific miracle : The Holy Quran repeatedly mentions the universe and the secrets it comprises . Any one who contemplates this universe will realize that the orderly movement of all the heavenly bodies is not accidental but in accordance to flawless creation . The sun ,the moon the stars and in fact all the other heavenly bodies follow an unalterable law and do not make the slightest deviation from their ordained course . Allah exalted in might said : " And a sign for them is the Night: We withdraw there-from the Day, and behold they are plunged in darkness; And the sun runs its course for a period determined for it; that is the decree of (Him), the Exalted in Might, the All-Knowing . And the moon-We have measured for it mansions (to traverse) till it returns like the old (and withered) lower part of a date-stalk . It is not permitted to the sun to catch up the Moon , nor can the Night outstrip the Day : Each (just) swims along in(its own) orbit (according to law)". [Ya-Sin;(Being Abbreviate Letters). 37-38-39-40]. Science has confirmed that the moon is a dim planet; it simply reflects the light of the sun . Allah the Almighty said: " And made the moon a light in their midst, and made the sun as a (glorious) Lamp. [Nuh or Noah. 16]. The various orbits of the earth in its rotation around the sun have been confirmed in the Holy Quran . Allah the All-omniscient said : "Now I do call to witness the Lord of all points in the East and The West that We can certainly -" [ Al-Maarij or the Ways of Ascent 40 ]. It has become well known at present that the atmosphere only spreads the light of the sun on earth ; beyond this atmosphere the space is dark and the sun appears in this part as a bright star. Allah the Almighty said : " Even if We opened out to them a gate from heaven, and they were to continue (all day) ascending therein , they would only say : " Our eyes have been intoxicated : Nay, we have been bewitched by sorcery ." [ Al-Hijir or the Rocky Tract 14 - 15 ]

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Evidently this means that when we exceed the atmosphere we shall see the sun as a bright star and the other sky ,(the atmosphere) completely dark(l), even we think that our eyes have been closed, while the sun is apparent, or that we have been bewitched . Upon pondering over all that we will realize that the orderly movement of the universe is not accidental but in accordance with flawless creation . It is strange to say that man is unable to realize or comprehend the essence of himself as well as the other creatures . Allah the Almighty said : " Those whom Allah (in His plan) willeth to guide-He openeth their breasts to Islam; Those whom He willeth to leave Straying-He maketh their breasts close and constricted , as if they had to climb up to the skies thus doth Allah (heap) the penalty on those who refuse to believe ." [ Al-Anam or Cattle 125 ]. Science has revealed that the higher we ascend in the sky the less oxygen and pressure there will be and man will suffer from dysponea and eye, ear and body problems in general. In one of the seminars the embryologist, Marshal Johnson , after he had studied the Quranic verses relating to the embryo evolution (which is a modern science) said:" if we possessed such facts we would make a worldwide fuss about them " (2). Allah almighty said: " Man we did create from a quintessence (of clay). Then We placed him as (a drop of) sperm in a place of rest, firmly fixed; Then We made the sperm into a clot of congealed blood ; then of that clot We made a (fetus) lump ; then We made out of that lump bones and clothed the bones with flesh ; then We developed out of it another creature . So blessed be Allah, the best to create ." [Al-Muminun or the believers . 12-13-14 ].The firmly fixed place of rest is a miracle, which the physicians and those who have studied anatomy can better understand because the womb in its formation and specification is equipped with what fully enables the germ of fecundation. There are wonderful hiding places for the germ in the womb mainly created for that effect, in addition to secreted material for its protection and for preserving life in it against the acidic material that kills it. The word clot was not known by the Arabs then ,it is the congealed blood . The miracle of the embryo evolution ,that became later known , refer to the germ of fecundation in the male sperm that raises its head to
( 1) Quranic Miracles throughout time and place . Previous reference .Page 29 ( 2 ) Seminar of Scientific Miracle in the Holy Quran and Sunnah, SpeechofDr. Abdullah Al- Musleh , The

41 secretary General pierces the egg inside the maternal uterus and cling to it. (1) There are quite a lot of Quranic verses , sent down to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) , which indicate that the Holy Quran is the Word of Allah the Almighty Who knows the secret in the Heavens and the earth and He also knows that a time will come when man becomes acquainted with the sciences that enable him to discern some of the universe secrets and to attain some knowledge relating to the nature of creation . That is why Allah the Almighty had mentioned these facts and sciences at a time when the people on the earth were not versed in them . The Holy Quran had not been sent down to particular people or nation but to the entire humanity ; it is a comprehensive code that has brought bliss to all people .

(1) The Holy Quran Miracle by Mustafa Sadeq AlRafee Page 96

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There are so many scientific secrets that the Holy Quran has revealed but what are still hidden would be more important. Allah the Almighty said: "Soon will We show them Our signs in the (furthest) regions (of the earth), And in their own souls, until it becomes manifest to them that this is the Truth. Is it not enough that thy Lord doth witness all things?" [Fussilat or Abbreviated letters 53]. This means that the scientific miracle of the Holy Quran will continue until it become manifest that it is the eternal truth. In connection with the Holy Quran's scientific miracles , it is necessary to point out that the Holy Quran is the truth, therefore it is never in contrast with the scientific findings , unlike the so called scientific theories that are liable to be true or false . On the other hand , the Holy Quran interpreters are not infallible human beings , they may be right or wrong ; he who errs shall be excused for multiple reasons ; he may not be well acquainted with the various branches of science , on the other hand he may be insufficiently versed in the Divine Book , any how he will be rewarded by Allah for he had done his best. Legislative Miracle: The most elaborate human constitutions and laws have not been able to produce legislations comparable to those of the Holy Quran . The Holy Quran has clearly defined the purpose of individual life , his relationship with God as well as with the other creatures . Man's relationship with God is founded on worship and obedience but that with the people is founded on legal dealings. The most remarkable feature that distinguishes the Holy Quran's legislations from other man-made constitution or law is that the legislator is Allah the Almighty . The Holy Quran is the revelation of God to His Prophet Muhammad (PBUH); it is a code, which has no boundaries of time, place or nation .

43 In his introduction to the : (The Outline of History) H.G. Wells says : "If the reader believes in the fallacy that the Roman , Persian , Greek or Egyptian civilizations were the most advanced ; he must get rid of such fallacy immediately . Islam had widely spread because it was the best social and political system throughout the ages . Islam prevailed because it had greatly appealed to the intimidated people who were usually unlettered or disorganized , governed by selfish , illogical and careless governments . Islam constitutes the purest, most up to date and most comprehensive political system the like of which had never been applied in the world nor had any other political system introduced better life conditions". (1) In his numerous books, the most important among which is (The fundamentals of state and government in Islam) Mr. Muhammad Asad(2) proved that the man in the west, what ever his faith had been, can approach Islam, as a religion creed and as a social system superior to all European conceptions and beliefs, provided that he removes the veil of fanaticism from his eyes.(3)

(1) H . G . Wells ,,The Outline of History Page 613-614 Even the Angels inquire , Jeffrey Lamg , Page 181. (2) Muhammad Asad Leo Bald Fais Austria (3) Previous reference , The secret of the European intellectuals conversion to Islam

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Let us briefly touch upon some of the Holy Quran's legislations : A- Political Legislation : 1- The rule is to God : The Holy Quran is the main source of the Islamic legislation . It is the words of Allah the Almighty sent down to His messenger, Muhammad (PBUH); It is a legislation whose rules are beyond the least shadow of doubt. Allah the Almighty said : "Say": shall I seek for judge other than Allah ? When He it is Who hath sent unto you the Book, explained in detail. They know full well, to whom We have given the Book that it hath been sent down from thy Lord in truth . Never be then of those who doubt." [Al- Annam or Cattle 114]. The rule of God the Almighty constitutes the most important bases of the Islamic legislation. History has witnessed numerous human endeavors concerning the administration of the various communities but all these endeavors have been subject to failure and will remain so until God's rule shall prevails. This is quite manifest in the contemporary so called democratic communities that pretend to be governed by people; where a social class or ethnic group normally dominates imposing unjust or tyrannical rule on the people ; utilizing power to maintain their own interests at the cost of the other's (minority be they or majority )or even at the expense of other communities .

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In this case as well as in other cases when injustice , oppression and intimidation prevail, the need for Allah's just and equitable rule becomes indispensable ; this rule will always lead to success . Allah the Almighty said:" 0 ye who believe! if ye will aid (the cause of) Allah, He will aid you and plant your feet firmly". [ Muhammad 7 ] Allah the Almighty also said : " Those who respond to their Lord, and establish regular prayer; who (conduct their affairs by mutual consultation , who spend out of what We bestow on them for sustenance". [ Shura or Mutual Consultation 38 ]. Eventually those who have admitted Allah's command, performed prayer And conducted their affairs mutually represent the true "democratic" rule.(1) Allah the Almighty said : " And consult them in affairs (of moment) [Al-Imran or the Family of Imran 159 ] Allah also said : "Kings, when they enter a country, despoil it ."[Al-Naml or the Ants 34]. This is the same principle as that proclaimed by the politicians after the industrial revolution (the separation of power) in the Seventeenth century; when an individual could control all the powers, which would Certainly, lead to a comprehensive corruption in the society.

(1) The learned distinct elite who are capable to discuss various issues .

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B -Social Legislation: Islam has been established on the principle of glorifying and dignifying the creator, believing in His Oneness and His attributes that no other being ever possessed : The Divine perfection . The Divine legislation , introduced by the Holy Quran , made the Islamic viewpoint concerning the community and the individual different from that of other contemporary materialistic systems . The essence of difference between the Islamic system and other systems is that the Islamic system seeks the pleasure of Allah the Almighty whereas the other materialistic systems seek matter ! The individuals of the latter systems believe that their social status is determined by their financial level (although they are quite sure that this will come to an end however, the believers in Allah know that Allah the Almighty will inherit the earth and all that on it). Eventually, there are no restrictions, in the materialistic systems that impede the acquirement of as much material profits as possible since there is no adherence to Allah's instructions . The attitude is completely different in the Islamic system because the ultimate goal here is Allah's pleasure . This , of course ,does not mean that one should be devoted to worship only ; one should abide by Allah's instructions in all his acts and deeds because Allah the Almighty is constantly watching over his creatures . Hence Islam has set restrictions on the individual and community conduct to protect the rights and freedoms in the context of God fearing .

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But in the framework of social relationship coordination , the most sublime human feeling is to like and dislike for the sake of Allah ; such a feeling will be free from any material goal or profit. Islam has also highly esteemed the bonds with the relatives who are worthy of our care and good deeds . The best deed you may offer to your relatives or to your brother in humanity is to be the cause of freeing them from the Hell fire and saving them straying by guiding them to the true meaning of life . Moreover, Islam has made Allah's pleasure equal to that of parents' pleasure. Equality and Justice in Islam: Islam's call is but Allah's call for equality and justice among the people. No race is superior to another, no people are distinct from others. All the mankind are Allah's dependents, the most liked of them by Allah is the one who provides for his dependents . The principle of equality among the mankind is the bases of justice; and the topmost of justice is to deal fairly with the enemies; this what Allah the Almighty has ordained. Allah the Almighty said: "0 ye who believe! stand out firmly for Allah, as witnesses to fair dealing, and let not the hatred of others to you make you swerve to wrong and depart from justice. Be just: that is next to piety; and fear Allah For Allah is well acquainted with all that ye do." [Al-Maida or the Table Spread 8]. This Quranic verse shows that justice is next to piety. And the more god-fearing man is the more capable will he be in dealing fairly and justly with people's rights and freedoms .

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The principle of racial discrimination is simply and purely a call for injustice that will lead to corruption and tyranny . The slogans that call for distinction among people are based on racial discrimination such as (the call that considers all those who do not support the Zionist policy as anti-Semitic ). It is in fact a call for injustice and corruption because once we admit that we all belong to Adam(PBUH) progeny , we in fact admit that all the human race are akin . But to favour Sam's progeny of Jews at the cost of other human races is but the racist logic which Sam (PBUH) is innocent of. Allah the Almighty said : " 0 children of Israel! call to mind the (special) favour which I bestowed upon you , and fulfill your covenant with Me as I fulfill My covenant with you , and fear none but Me . And believe in what I reveal confirming the revelation, which is with you, and be not the first to reject faith therein , nor sell My signs for a small price: and fear Me and Me alone . And cover not Truth with falsehood, nor conceal the Truth when ye know (what is it)". [AlBaqara or the Heifer, 40-41-42] Reminding the children of Israel of God's favour aims at making them return to Allah and fear Him . Allah the Almighty said : " 0 mankind ! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes , that ye may know each other (not that ye may despise each other): Verily the most honoured of you in the sight of Allah is (he who is) the most righteous of you. And Allah has full knowledge and is well-acquainted (with all things)". [ Al-Hujurat or the Inner Apartments 13]

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so man is honoured and favoured by Allah because of his piety that entitles him to be just when dealing with the people's rights and freedoms. C- Economic legislation: Allah the Almighty has made man His vicegerent on earth so man and all that he possesses belong to Allah, the inheritor of earth and all that on it; this is the basis of the Islamic economy ; that Allah the Almighty is the owner of every thing . Consequently all the means of production which man uses and exploits to realize his economic welfare should please Allah and should be employed in what pleases Allah the Almighty. 1-The employment of legal production means: Islam has specified the legal production means; namely, the means that are sanctioned by Allah the Almighty, which serve the interest of people. There should be neither harming nor reciprocating harm". Therefore, any means of production that man uses for economic goals should not cause harm to mankind because Allah's pleasure can be achieved through assisting His servants.

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Therefore the means that may exploit people's need such as usury, monopoly, hoarding, black - marketing etc., have been strictly prohibited by Islam, for whatever man gains may get from these means are really obtained by causing harm and loss to others. Gambling, lottery, speculation and all games of chance have also been prohibited because in all of them one gains at the cost of other losing people. Allah the Almighty said: " Those who devour usury will not stand except as stands one whom the Evil one by his touch hath driven to madness. That is because they say: " Trade is like usury," But Allah hath permitted trade and forbidden usury. Those who after receiving direction from their Lord, desist, shall be Pardoned for the past; their case is for Allah (to judge); but those who repeat (the offence) are companions of the Fire; they will abide therein ( for ever). Allah will deprive usury of all blessing , but will give increase for deeds of charity; for He loveth not creatures ungrateful and wicked". [ Al-Baqara or the Heifer . 275 - 276 ]. Moreover, all the means that cause harm to people , their properties and wealth are not sanctioned by Islam because they displease Allah the Almighty . Allah the Almighty said : " 0 ye who believe ! Eat not up your property among yourselves in vanities : But let there be amongst you traffic and trade by mutual good-will; Nor kill( or destroy) yourselves ; for verily Allah hath been to you Most Merciful." [Al-Nisa or the Women . 29 ]. As stipulated by the above Quranic verse, Islam has, strictly prohibited any means or practices that resort to cheating, forgery or deceit to facilitate the unlawful acquirement of peoples money .

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2- Investment of money in ways that please Allah and realize people's interests in this world and in the hereafter; Allah orders the Muslim to be moderate in spending; not to be a spendthrift nor to be a miser. Allah the Almighty said: " Make not thy hand tied (like a niggard's) to thy neck, nor stretch it forth to its utmost reach, so that thou become blameworthy and destitute ." [ Al-Isra or the Children of Israel 29 ]. Spending consists of two parts ,Allah the Almighty said : " But seek, with the (wealth) which Allah has bestowed on thee, the Home of the Hereafter, nor forget thy portion in this world: but do thou good, as Allah has been good to thee, and seek not (occasions for) mischief in the land: for Allah loves not those who do mischief." [Al-Qasas or the Narration 77]. The above verse reveals that what we invest for our second life will be rendered back to us and no soul shall suffer an atom weight of injustice . Allah the Almighty said : " It is not required of thee [0 messenger], to set them to the right path, but Allah sets on the right path whom He pleaseth. Whatever of good ye give benefits your own souls, and ye shall only do so seeking the "Face" of Allah. Whatever good ye give, shall be rendered back to you and ye shall not be dealt with unjustly. (Charity is) for those in need, who, in Allah's cause are restricted (from travel), and cannot move about in the land, seeking (for trade or work): the ignorant man thinks because of their modesty, that they are free from want. Thou shalt know them by their (unfailing) mark: they beg not importunately from all and sundry. And whatever of good ye give, be assured Allah knoweth it well. Those who (in charity) spend of their goods by night and by day, in secret and in public, have their reward with their Lord: on them shall be no fear nor shall they grieve." [Al-Baqarah or the Heifer 272-273-274]. So those who do good will have their reward with Allah Who knows every thing in the heavens or on earth ,

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He knows those who spend for the sake of Allah and those who spend to be seen of men or for other purposes . Allah the Almighty said : " Nor those who spend of their substance , to be seen of men, but have no faith in Allah and the Last Day : If any take the Evil one for their intimate , what a dreadful intimate he is! And what burden were it on them if they had faith in Allah and in the last day, and they spent out of what Allah hath given them for sustenance? For Allah hath full knowledge of them. Allah is never unjust in the least degree: if there is any good (done), he doubleth it, and giveth from his Own presence a great reward. [An-Nisaa or the Women 3839-40]. Furthermore, spending should be of the good things, which we have earned, and not from the bad things which the self detests. Allah the Almighty said: " 0 ye who believe! Give of the good things which ye have (honourably) earned even, and of the fruits of the earth which we have produced for you, and do not even aim at getting anything which is bad, in order that out of it ye may give away something, when ye yourselves would not receive it except with closed eyes. And know that Allah is free of all wants And Worthy of all praise." [Al-Baqarah or the Heifer 267]. Moreover, Allah the Almighty has warned those who spend their wealth to hinder men from the path of Allah. Allah the Almighty said: " The unbelievers spend their wealth to hinder (men ) from the path of Allah , and so will they continue to spend ; but in the end they will have (only) regrets and sighs ; at length they will be overcome : And the unbelievers will be gathered together to Hell":- [ Al-Anfal or the Spoils of War- 36 ].

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Conclusion: Every incident should have a cause ; this argument is supported by reason and logic. But there is misunderstanding in ascribing the logical reason to Allah the Almighty , but Allah does not need any reason and His presence is a must because He is eternal , and the eternal has no creator but the universe is created because the creator necessarily should precede the creation and since Allah the eternal it is necessarily that He is not preceded by any thing so He does not need a reason (1). The previous instance has been used to facilitate understanding . But as regards cause and reason the comparison seems groundless because Allah is the One and Only and there is none comparable to Him . Thus Allah the Almighty is the cause of reasons and He has set a reason for everything Subsequently, the creation of man has not been in vain nor has the creation of heavens and earth been in vain too . Allah the Almighty said : " Nor for (idle) sport did We create the Heavens and the earth and all that is between ." [ Al-Inbiya or the Prophets 16 ]. Man's in-born inclination to know the causes and discover the unknown, however keen it might be, shall remain limited, his knowledge incomplete and his perception confined . This argument is quite manifest in the recent discoveries concerning the heavens and earth or even the discoveries relating to man himself and the other creatures. Allah the Almighty said: " Of the knowledge it is only a little that is communicated to you. (0 men)" [Al- Isra of the Night Journey . 85 ].

(1) physics and the existence of the creator , Previous reference Page 121,122

54 John the Baptist said to Moses (PBUH) " 0 Moses your knowledge and mine would not decrease of Allah's knowledge but as a sparrow would decrease the of sea . (1) We cannot fully comprehend Allah's creation nor can we understand its essence; the infinitely vast universe is beyond our perception and the Thrown. which is part of His creation, is only known to Allah , the omniscient and omnipotent. (2) And since mans capabilities and knowledge could not help him discern the cause of creation , therefore Allah the Almighty informed him about the cause and offered him the means that help approach it . Allah the Almighty said :" That is Allah, your lord! There is no god but He, the Creator of all things: then worship ye Him; and He hath power to dispose of all affairs. No vision can grasp Him. But His grasp is over all vision: He is above all comprehension, yet is acquainted with all things. "Now have come to you from your Lord, proofs (to open your eyes): If any will see, it will be for (the good of) his own soul; if any will be blind, it will be to his own (harm): I am not (here) to watch over your doings. Thus do We explain the Signs by various (Symbols) that they may say, "Thou hast learnt this (from somebody), and that We may make the matter clear to those who know." [AlAn'am or Cattle 102-103-104-105].

(1) A part of a Tradition, (Hadith ) narrated by Muslim . (2) Faith in Allah , Previous reference .

55 The relationship between knowledge , (all branches of science), and the admittance of Allah's existence is quite evident. The more man becomes acquainted with knowledge the more will he be convinced of the creator's omnipotence and omniscience Allah the Almighty said: Those truly fear Allah, Among His Servants, who have knowledge. [Fater 28]. But there still exist some people whose knowledge and learning had not guided them to the true path of Allah . Allah the Almighty said : " But whosoever turns away from my Message , verily for him is a life narrowed down , and We shall raise him up blind on the Day of Judgment." [ Taha 124 ]. A thoughtful person will learn a lesson of what had happened to the ancient nations ; Allah constantly orders man to be heedful of what had happened to those nations . Allah the Almighty said : " Now such were their houses in utter ruin-because they practised wrong doing . Verily in this is a sign for people of knowledge ." [ An Naml or the Ants . 52 ]. The remnants of those extinct nations still exist as ruins in many countries of the world today ; so let those who have got sight be heedful! It has been previously mentioned that Allah the Almighty honour people for their piety which constantly increases together with justice ,in another word, the more god fearing man is the more just will he be . Therefore, god honours those who are just and equitable in words and deeds, [That what we have called a part of it in a Symbolic manner "the conscience"] Trust plays a decisive role in this connection; it differs from one man to another due to a variety of reasons . Allah the Almighty said: " We did indeed offer the trust to the Heavens and the Earth and the mountains; but they refuse to undertake it, being afraid thereof: But man undertook it He was indeed unjust and foolish ." [ Al-Ahzab or the Confederation 72 ]. In fact, Moses, Jesus and Muhammad (Peace and blessings of Allah be upon them) are but Prophets and servants of Allah; they obeyed Him and conveyed the divine Message revealed to them. Allah, the exalted said: " Say: "0 people of the Book! Come to common terms as between us and you: that we worship none but Allah; that we associate no partners with Him; that we erect not, from among ourselves. Lords and patrons other than Allah If then they turn back. Say ye: "Bear witness that we (at least) are Muslims [bowing to Allah's will]" [Al-Imran or the Family of Imran. 64]. In short, we must worship Allah alone , associate no partner to Him, and any one who refuses to worship Him will get his punishment on the Day of Judgment. Allah the Almighty said: "And He is Allah: there is no god but He. To Him be praise, at the first and at the last." [Al-Qasas or the Narration 70].

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Index

1 - The Treatise : -

Introduction Perfection Allah the Almighty is the Judge Allah has Honoured Man with Reason Causes of Disbelief Infallibility of Messengers and Their Miracles The Glorious Quran Miracle in the Various Legislation of Life Summary

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