Islam and Evidence

You who are enveloped in your cloak! Arise and warn. Magnify your Lord. Purify your clothes. Shun all filth. (Surat al-Muddaththir:1-5) As is clearly revealed in the verses of the Quran, a believer must always be clean and well-groomed. The cleanliness of Muslims body, clothing, home and food is just as important as that of their hearts and moral values. A Muslims hair, face, body and clothing are always immaculate, clean and fragrant as are the places where he lives or works. The finest examples of this characteristic of believers is again our Prophet.

The prophet also advises the faithful to be clean in one of the Hadith. ''Surely, Islam is pure, therefore be pure...''

Because of his being both a messenger of God and the head of state, the Prophet was in constant contact with people from all walks of life from the wealthy leaders of states and tribes to poor defenseless women and orphans. The levels of culture and courtesy of some of these people were very low. Nonetheless, he always employed the pleasantest ways to warn those around him of their crude behavior, won them over to him and educated them with great patience and endeavor. The Prophet was most kind above reproach, amiable and thoughtful. He practiced the rules of courtesy and politeness in the best and most ideal way throughout his entire life.

Aisha described the exquisite morality she saw in the Prophet in these terms. The Prophet's (peace be upon him) nature was the Quran.'' (Sahih Muslim Hadith)

The menstrual period is a recurring event in women where an unfertilised egg is expelled from the body due to the contraction of the womb, and the body begins preparations for it to occur again. Allah knows the exact measure of the shrinking and swelling of the walls of the womb during this period, which can only be identified through medical examination. The mucous on the walls of the womb is 0.5 mm thick at the beginning and grows to a thickness of 5-6 mm before being discarded. All of these stages are mentioned in the Qur'an.

This podcast explains how genes, molecules, and cells work together in the creation of a human being. The sperm and the egg join and the parents' genes combine to determine the baby's physical characteristics. The first cell that forms is the fertilised egg and it forms the first copy of the DNA molecule which carries the code in every cell of the person's body. DNA is a molecule of considerable size and contains the genes which determine the colour of the eyes and hair, height, facial features, skeletal shape and other details. The coordination of this complex structuring is brought about by the DNA molecule, which contains enough information to fill a million encyclopaedia pages. This is a miracle of design and creation within our bodies, and the Qur'an pointed to the concept of "genetic planning" in an age when knowledge was limited.

The Prophet was a compassionate person full of love and understanding. He took an interest in the physical and spiritual problems of his friends, relatives, and all those around him and took all appropriate measures to ensure their health, security, and happiness. God's commandment to our Prophet is revealed thus in the Quran.

And take the believers who follow you under your wing. (Surat ash-Shu'ara':215)

The believers educated by our Prophet and sincerely devoted to the Quran, followed in his path always protecting captives,the poor, and orphans. These exemplary moral values of the faithful are revealed as follows in verses.

''They give food, despite their love for it, to the poor and orphans and captives.

''We feed you only out of desire for the face of God. We do not want any repayment from you or any thanks. Truly We fear from our Lord a glowering, calamitous Day. (Surat al-Insan: 8-10)

One Hadith in which our Prophet commands people to be merciful reads.

''Those who have mercy will receive the mercy of the Most Merciful. Have mercy on those who are on Earth, the One in heavens will have mercy on you.'' (Tirmidhi Hadiths)

Human beings are the miraculous creation of Allah, made from clay. The Qur'an states that the human body is composed of many elements that can be found on Earth, such as carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulphur. It also states that the creation of humans comes from an "extract of clay," which modern science confirms as the same elements found in the soil.

Our Prophet was a protector and administrator for believers. Muslims therefore referred to him in all matters and sought his permission and opinion before engaging in anything. When they disagreed among themselves or were unable to resolve an issue, they immediately communicated this to the Prophet and implemented the most auspicious and reliable solution by learning it from him. Because they knew that he was the most intelligent of the community, his commands and judgments were under the protection of God. His decisions were there for always the most auspicious.

Our Prophet Muhammad a chosen individual is a role model in our time and his Sunnah is an important guide for all humanity. Therefore obedience to him is the true path to salvation both in this world and the eternal life of the hereafter.

It is revealed in the Quran that those who obey the Prophet are actually obeying God. Those who rebel against him on the other hand actually rebel against God.

''Whoever obeys the Messenger has obeyed God. If anyone turns away, We did not send you to them as their keeper. (Surat an-Nisa':80)

Believers, Muslims should read and strive to live in accordance with the Qur'an, as it is equally close, accessible, comprehensible and straightforward to anyone. The Qur'an encompasses all aspects of life in its entirety and is the most reliable source that people of all ages and standings can turn to regarding every moment of their lives. It helps people make sense of themselves and their lives, find the most beautiful of paths, and make accurate judgments and take good actions. The Qur'an is a guide for Muslims that encompasses their entire lives, both personally and socially. It teaches believers the characteristics of disbelievers, hypocrites, and people of weaker faith, how to wage scientific struggle, and provides moral and behavioral guidance.

Additionally, it instructs believers on how to build a world of art, beauty, hygiene, quality, and courtesy. Ultimately, the secret to sincere piety is to practice the verses of the Qur'an without fail, in full compliance with God's wishes, so as to bring oneself closer to God and be worthy of God’s love.