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I've noticed a lot of muslims saying things like 'just becuase science said so doesnt mean its true', and just generally expressing negative views about sciece, as if it is not compatible with Islam. I think this addresses this rather well, though breifly:
http://islamtoday.com/show_sub_section.cfm?main_cat_id=31&sub_cat_id=0
One of the hallmarks of Islam is its complete harmony with scientific thought. A Muslim considers conflict between science and religion to be impossible. Religion comes from Allah and so does the Creation. It is impossible for one to contradict the other.
Islam teaches the Muslim to expect causes for everything in Creation. This is the way of Allah. Allah created everything we see around us. At the same time, everything we see around us also has a natural cause. Unless the Qur'ân and Sunnah explicitely state something to the contrary, a Muslim automatically assumes that everything in Creation has a natural explanation, from the formation of the stars and galaxies to the origin and diversity of different species. A Muslim never feels the need to rely on miracles to explain natural phenomena. A Muslim believes that miracles are instances where Allah contravenes his own natural laws for a specific reason, like to assist one of His prophets or to answer a prayer. Miraculous explanations should never be concocted by people in order to explain something in the natural world or to cover up for human ignorance on a scientific matter.
There has never been a scientific fact or a valid scientific theory that contradicted the teachings of Islam. Whatever science uncovers, it only increases our knowledge of Allah’s magnificent Creation. This is why Islam actively encourages scientific endeavor and why the Qur’ân commands us to study His signs in nature.
Islam also allows us to enjoy the fruits of human ingenuity. We are commanded to strive to better the world. Islam welcomes technological advances. Technology can be employed for both good and evil. Technology itself is neutral. It is our responsibility to use what Allah has blessed us to know for the betterment of humanity.
In the early days of Islam, when people adhered to its beliefs and practices, there was a flowering of science, culture and technology. The teachings of Islam brought about this scientific awareness. Only after people lost sight of their religious beliefs did the scientific achievements of the Muslim world cease and fall into obscurity.
I've noticed a lot of muslims saying things like 'just becuase science said so doesnt mean its true', and just generally expressing negative views about sciece, as if it is not compatible with Islam. I think this addresses this rather well, though breifly:
http://islamtoday.com/show_sub_section.cfm?main_cat_id=31&sub_cat_id=0
One of the hallmarks of Islam is its complete harmony with scientific thought. A Muslim considers conflict between science and religion to be impossible. Religion comes from Allah and so does the Creation. It is impossible for one to contradict the other.
Islam teaches the Muslim to expect causes for everything in Creation. This is the way of Allah. Allah created everything we see around us. At the same time, everything we see around us also has a natural cause. Unless the Qur'ân and Sunnah explicitely state something to the contrary, a Muslim automatically assumes that everything in Creation has a natural explanation, from the formation of the stars and galaxies to the origin and diversity of different species. A Muslim never feels the need to rely on miracles to explain natural phenomena. A Muslim believes that miracles are instances where Allah contravenes his own natural laws for a specific reason, like to assist one of His prophets or to answer a prayer. Miraculous explanations should never be concocted by people in order to explain something in the natural world or to cover up for human ignorance on a scientific matter.
There has never been a scientific fact or a valid scientific theory that contradicted the teachings of Islam. Whatever science uncovers, it only increases our knowledge of Allah’s magnificent Creation. This is why Islam actively encourages scientific endeavor and why the Qur’ân commands us to study His signs in nature.
Islam also allows us to enjoy the fruits of human ingenuity. We are commanded to strive to better the world. Islam welcomes technological advances. Technology can be employed for both good and evil. Technology itself is neutral. It is our responsibility to use what Allah has blessed us to know for the betterment of humanity.
In the early days of Islam, when people adhered to its beliefs and practices, there was a flowering of science, culture and technology. The teachings of Islam brought about this scientific awareness. Only after people lost sight of their religious beliefs did the scientific achievements of the Muslim world cease and fall into obscurity.
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