Moon Splitting: NASA Confirmation & Quran Mentions

Summary

The video delves into the miracle of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) splitting the moon, as requested by disbelievers. It recounts the historical event and explores its mention in the Quran, supported by modern scientific discoveries, such as moon fissures and NASA findings. The video further discusses scholars' views on the miracle, its recording in Islamic history, and a notable account of a South Indian king who witnessed the event. The video concludes with references to journals and books for those interested in learning more about the Prophet's miracles.

Takeaways

• 🌙 The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) performed the miracle of splitting the moon in response to the Quraysh disbelievers' request to prove his prophethood.
• 📜 This event is mentioned in the Quran, specifically in Surah Al-Qamar, which states that the moon was split and the disbelievers dismissed it as magic.
• 🕌 The moon split with one half appearing over Mount Abu Kubes and the other over Mount Quan, witnessed by the people of Mecca.
• 🔬 Scientific evidence from NASA, such as lunar fissures (lobate scarps), suggests that the moon may have experienced splitting, supporting this miraculous event.
• 🌌 The Apollo missions discovered cracks and faults on the moon, indicating that the moon might have once been split and later rejoined.
• 🧭 Some notable formations on the moon, like the Rima Ariadaeus (a 300 km crack) and Vallis Alpes (166 km), further support the theory of the moon splitting.
• 📖 Islamic historical sources consistently narrate the event of the moon splitting, and none of the polytheists who witnessed it denied its occurrence.
• 🌍 The story of Cheraman Perumal, a South Indian king who allegedly witnessed the moon splitting, is recounted, though it remains debated due to limited historical evidence.
• 📝 Prominent scholars and researchers, including Prof. Dr. M Akram Cher, have emphasized the significance of this miracle as one of Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) many miracles.
• 🕌 The miracle of the moon splitting is considered Mutawatir (widely transmitted by large numbers of people) in Islamic scholarship, similar to other well-documented miracles of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

Q & A

What was the event that the Quray disbelievers asked Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to perform to prove his prophecy?

The Quray disbelievers, including figures like Wed bin Mugir and Abu Jahal, asked Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to split the moon in two to prove his prophecy.

How did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) respond to the disbelievers’ request to split the moon?

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) prayed to Almighty Allah for the miracle, and Gabriel informed him that Allah granted his prayer. The Prophet then pointed towards the moon, and it split in two as requested.

What did the disbelievers claim after witnessing the moon being split?

Despite witnessing the miracle, some disbelievers accused Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) of casting a spell on them and claimed it was a form of magic.

Which Quranic verse mentions the splitting of the moon?

The Quranic verse that mentions the splitting of the moon is Surah Al-Qamar (54:1-2), which states, 'The Hour has drawn near, and the moon has split.'

What scientific evidence is mentioned to support the miracle of the moon splitting?

A photo taken by NASA shows cracks or faults on the moon, known as 'lart scarps,' which some claim are evidence of the moon having split in the past.

What are the 'lobat scarps' mentioned in the video, and why are they significant?

Lobat scarps are raised ground formations spanning miles on the moon. These formations are considered by some scientists as evidence of the moon splitting and then rejoining.

Who was Cherman Perumal, and what is his connection to the splitting of the moon?

Cherman Perumal was a South Indian king who, according to legend, witnessed the moon split into two. He later learned about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), converted to Islam, and attempted to travel to Arabia, though he passed away before returning to India.

Why is the story of Cherman Perumal considered apocryphal by some historians?

Some historians, like Sebastian AR Prang, consider the story apocryphal because there is no historical evidence to support the account of Cherman Perumal witnessing the moon's splitting and converting to Islam.

What reasoning do some experts give against the theory that asteroid impacts caused the fissures on the moon?

Experts argue that if asteroids had caused the fissures, there should be evidence of debris, and the fissures should be much older. Instead, the fissures appear relatively recent and deep, suggesting an internal cause.

What is the significance of the term 'mutati' as used by scholars to describe the miracle of the splitting of the moon?

'Mutati' refers to an event transmitted by so many people that it becomes impossible for them to have conspired to lie about it. Scholars like Taftazani use this term to affirm the authenticity of the miracle of the moon splitting.