The Miracles of the Quran
The Miracles of the Quran
Many scholars have dedicated special works to this topic, among them:
Rummani l-Zamlakani, Imam l-Razi, Ibn Suraqa, the judge Abã Bakr l-Baqillani, and
Ibn l-`Arabi. And nothing comparable to the latter=s work has been compiled.
Know that a miracle is defined as any act that contradicts the laws of nature, is
the result of some challenge, and is free of contradiction. A miracle is either perceptible
or rational. Because of their stupidity and their lack of insight most miracles produced
for the benefit of the Children of Israel were perceptible to the senses. And because of
their substantial intelligence, and their mature intellect, most of the miracles of this
community have been rational. Furthermore, given the longevity of the shar§`ah, and the
fact that it will endure till the Day of Resurrection, it was the rational miracle that was
chosen as its accompaniment. Bukhari reports the Prophet (s) as saying in this regard:
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