ISLAM ON DINOSAURS!

Summary

The video script discusses the existence of dinosaurs and their place within the context of the Holy Quran. The speakers explore how these ancient creatures fit into Islamic teachings, noting that the Quran alludes to the vastness and diversity of God's creation. The term 'life forms' in the Quran may refer to dinosaurs and other extinct creatures. The discussion also touches on the compatibility between scientific evidence of dinosaurs and Islamic interpretations, emphasizing that Islam allows for periods of creation that align with scientific findings on the age of the universe and the extinction of dinosaurs.

Takeaways

• 🌍 The script transitions from discussing friendships to dinosaurs, highlighting the diverse range of topics.
• 🦕 Questions about dinosaurs' existence and significance in the context of the Holy Quran are raised by Lukman Bab from Germany and Sabrina from New York.
• 📜 The Quran alludes to the vastness of God's creation, which includes dinosaurs and other extinct animals.
• 🦖 Dinosaurs are acknowledged in science through fossil discoveries, and the Quran mentions 'life forms' that some scholars believe include dinosaurs.
• 🔢 Scientists have identified up to 8.7 million species of animals, many of which may become extinct before being recognized by humans.
• 📅 The Quran uses the term 'day' to represent different periods, not just a literal 24-hour day, allowing for the inclusion of dinosaurs in creation.
• 📏 Calculations based on Quranic verses suggest the universe's age could be around 18 billion 250 million years, aligning with scientific estimates.
• 🦠 The Quran mentions that there were creations before humans, implying the existence of various life forms, including dinosaurs.
• ⛽ Fossil fuels, such as oil and coal, are believed to be derived from the remains of dinosaurs and other ancient creatures, contributing to the Industrial Revolution.
• 🕌 The creation of dinosaurs is seen as part of God's wisdom, serving a purpose in the grand scheme of creation and benefiting mankind.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in this transcript?

The main topic discussed is how dinosaurs fit into the context of the Holy Quran and their significance in terms of Islamic teachings.

What does the term 'dinosaur' mean?

The term 'dinosaur' means 'terrible lizard.'

What is the significance of the fossils discovered by scientists?

The discovery of fossils has proven categorically that dinosaurs did exist and roamed the earth millions of years ago.

How many species of animals have scientists identified, according to the transcript?

Scientists have identified up to 8.7 million species of animals.

Does the Holy Quran mention dinosaurs specifically?

The Holy Quran does not specifically mention dinosaurs, but it refers to the vastness of God's creation and life forms that could include dinosaurs.

What does the Quran say about the creation period?

The Quran mentions that God created the world in 'six days,' which can be interpreted as six periods of time, not literal 24-hour days.

How does the Quran's interpretation of creation periods align with scientific views?

The Quran's interpretation of creation periods as long epochs aligns well with the scientific view of the Earth's and universe's age, accommodating the existence of dinosaurs comfortably.

What is the calculated age of the universe according to the Quranic interpretation discussed?

The calculated age of the universe, according to the Quranic interpretation, is approximately 18 billion 250 million years.

How do creationists' beliefs differ from the views presented in the transcript?

Creationists often believe that the Earth was created in six literal days and is only 6,000 years old, which does not accommodate the existence of dinosaurs as comfortably as the Islamic interpretation.

What does the transcript say about the purpose of dinosaurs in God's creation?

The transcript suggests that dinosaurs, like all of God's creations, had a purpose, possibly contributing to resources like fossil fuels, which benefit mankind today.

Outlines

00:00

🦖 Discussion on Dinosaurs in Relation to the Holy Quran

The host introduces a topic shift from friendships to dinosaurs, highlighting questions from Lukman Bab in Germany and Sabrina in the USA. Dr. Sab discusses the significance of dinosaurs in the context of the Holy Quran, noting that the Quran references the vastness of God's creation. The term 'dinosaur' means 'terrible lizard,' and their existence is evidenced by fossil discoveries. Dr. Sab emphasizes the Quran's allusion to various life forms, including extinct ones, and the reminder of God's immense creation.

05:00

🧬 Evolution and Dinosaurs in Islamic Context

The discussion moves to the theory of evolution and how dinosaurs fit into Islamic teachings. It addresses the common creationist belief of a 6,000-year-old Earth and contrasts it with the Islamic perspective. In Islam, 'days' can represent long periods, allowing for an interpretation that fits scientific findings of a universe billions of years old. The panelist recounts an experience of calculating the universe's age using Quranic verses, concluding that it aligns with modern scientific estimates, thus accommodating the existence of dinosaurs comfortably within Islamic teachings.

10:05

🌍 Creation Before Humans and the Purpose of Dinosaurs

The panel discusses the Quranic reference to creations before humans, indicating multiple creations over billions of years. Dinosaurs, existing millions of years ago, are highlighted as part of these creations. The term 'dinosaur' derives from Greek, meaning 'terrifying lizard.' Despite their extinction, smaller creatures and humans continue to exist, suggesting a divine purpose. The panelist mentions the contribution of ancient remains, including dinosaurs, to modern resources like fossil fuels, linking this to the Industrial Revolution and emphasizing God's wisdom in creation.

Keywords

💡Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs refer to the large and diverse group of reptiles that roamed the Earth millions of years ago. In the video, they are discussed in the context of their existence, extinction, and how they are perceived through both scientific and religious lenses. Dinosaurs symbolize the vastness of God's creation and the ancient history of life on Earth.

💡Holy Quran

The Holy Quran is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be a revelation from God. The video explores how the Quran addresses the creation of life forms, including dinosaurs, emphasizing the Quran's compatibility with scientific discoveries and its broader interpretation of time periods.

💡Creation

Creation in the video refers to the act of God creating the universe and all life within it. This includes the creation of dinosaurs and other life forms over vast periods. The speakers discuss how different creations fit into the Islamic understanding of God's purposeful design.

💡Evolution

Evolution is the scientific theory that explains how species change over time through natural selection. The video touches on the relationship between evolution and religious beliefs, highlighting how Islamic teachings can accommodate the concept of evolutionary processes without conflicting with the belief in divine creation.

💡Species

Species are distinct groups of living organisms capable of interbreeding. The video mentions the staggering number of species, both extinct and extant, as a testament to the diversity and complexity of life created by God. Dinosaurs are cited as one example of the many species that have existed on Earth.

💡Extinction

Extinction refers to the end of an organism or group of organisms, usually a species. The video discusses the extinction of dinosaurs and how their fossils provide evidence of their existence. This concept is linked to the idea of God's wisdom in creating and eliminating species for various purposes over time.

💡Fossils

Fossils are the preserved remains or impressions of organisms that lived in the past. The video discusses how fossil discoveries have proven the existence of dinosaurs, providing a tangible connection to the ancient past and supporting the scientific understanding of Earth's history.

💡Creationism

Creationism is the belief that the universe and life originated from specific acts of divine creation. The video contrasts creationist views with the scientific evidence of the age of the universe and the existence of dinosaurs, showing how Islamic interpretations can reconcile these perspectives by allowing for long periods of creation.

💡Islamic Interpretation

Islamic interpretation refers to how Islamic teachings and scriptures are understood and applied. The video discusses how the Quran's references to creation and time can be interpreted to align with scientific discoveries about the age of the Earth and the existence of prehistoric life forms like dinosaurs.

💡Purpose

Purpose in the video refers to the belief that everything in the universe, including dinosaurs, was created with a specific intention and wisdom by God. The speakers argue that every creation, whether still existing or extinct, has played a role in the grand design of life and the universe as understood in Islamic theology.

Highlights

The discussion transitions from the topic of friendships to the more complex subject of dinosaurs and their place in religious texts.

Dinosaurs are discussed in the context of the Holy Quran, with references to their existence and the vastness of God's creation.

The term 'dinosaur' is explained to mean 'terrible lizard,' highlighting the contrast between their depiction in popular culture and their true nature.

The Holy Quran mentions the creation of various life forms, but does not specifically name all 8.7 million species, which includes dinosaurs.

The Quranic word that some scholars believe may refer to life forms such as dinosaurs is discussed, emphasizing God's vast creation.

The concept of 'day' in the Quran is explained, with a day sometimes representing a thousand years or even 50,000 years, suggesting different periods of creation.

Islamic interpretation allows for the existence of dinosaurs within the framework of the Quran, unlike literalist interpretations that limit the Earth's age to 6,000 years.

The age of the universe, calculated from Quranic verses, is suggested to be approximately 18 billion years, fitting well with current scientific estimates.

The discussion highlights the compatibility between Islam and scientific understanding, particularly in relation to the age of the Earth and universe.

The Quran speaks of creations before mankind, which could include dinosaurs, emphasizing the idea that humanity is part of a long continuum of creation.

Dinosaurs are described as having a specific purpose within God's creation, leading to the evolution of other creatures, including humans.

The remains of dinosaurs and other ancient creatures are linked to modern resources like fossil fuels, connecting the past to the present industrial age.

The idea that nothing in God's creation is without purpose is emphasized, suggesting that dinosaurs played a role in preparing the world for future life.

The attribute of God as 'Hakeem' (The Wise) is highlighted, reinforcing the belief that all aspects of creation, including dinosaurs, are based on deep wisdom.

The discussion concludes by acknowledging the significance of dinosaurs within both the religious and scientific narrative, providing a comprehensive understanding.

Transcripts

uh we'll move to our next question we're

going to talk about a sort of a change

uh diverse people we've talked about

well we're going to talk about very

diverse subjects we're going from

friendships to dinosaurs um so um we've

got a couple of questions here from uh

lukman bab from Germany asalam alaykum

and thank you for your question and also

from Sabrina in uh New York in the USA

thank you very much for your question um

uh Sabrina both of these talk about

dinosaurs and how they used to roam the

earth and the question is really how

they fit into the context of the Holy

Quran the references that the Quran may

have given into this and what

significance if any does that particular

time of the when dinosaurs ruled the

Earth hold in terms of um the Holy Quran

itself Dr sa if I could start with you

on that dinosaurs rule the Earth they

don't thankfully now absolutely but it's

something that causes great captures the

imagination of humans uh you know I can

remember early on sort of watching

cartoons at a younger age on dinosaurs

featured they were friendly creatures

then it's only when you got older you

realize they were how ferocious they

were absolutely I think Hollywood films

have got a lot to answer for with regard

to dinosaurs actually the word dinosaur

apparently means a terrible lizard and I

think from from that angle that's where

the word actually comes from but what um

strikes me when we consider dinosaurs or

any other animal creation which has

become extinct or which is still present

if is it reminds us of the vastness of

the creation of God Almighty and it

brings to our minds that this universe

this world that God Almighty has created

man is not able to be able to Fathom how

deep and M was that is uh it's only that

the fossils which were discovered have

now science proven categorically that

these animals did exist and they did

roam around in the world and what they

were and what they were the timing is

something Jurassic Period or not or

pre-jurassic period is also something

that is a little bit under debate but

millions of years ago I think we can

safely say that 270 million years ago

that these animals were were roaming the

earth scientists do have a lot of

difficulty in trying to Define as to how

many species of animals there are and

this I think to me struck a very

important aspect is that they have now

said that we have identified that there

are up to 8.7 million species of animals

now that is a staggering number of

animals and and scientists also say that

many of these life forms will become

extinct even before man is able to

recognize these even today so that is

what is going on as far as far as life

forms are concerned however because

dinosaur fossils have now been

discovered or were discovered and man is

now able to understand the concept of

dinosaurs this is something that we know

that definitely did exist the Holy Quran

speaks of the creation of God Almighty

in fact and speaks of the universe and

the skies and the heavens and also life

forms as such obviously 8.7 million if

species and animals were mentioned in

the Holy Quran you would have nothing

but the what a what a compendium in a

library we would need of name just names

absolutely but the word

is a word that is mentioned in the Holy

Quran and that is said by some Scholars

to refer to life forms which include the

life forms of the dinosaurs as such so

there is an in that word Allah has

alluded to the fact that there were

beasts which used to crawl about move

about upon the Earth which were life

form of that degree so there is in

reference to that mention in the Holy

Quran as that is concerned but as I say

the creation of Allah from that angle of

numbers alone is so great that we can

but look and admire at the creation of

God and how he has put all these things

into our system so that we are able to

in fact benefit aren't we as as we are

today from these aspects of animal

creation of Allah the

almighty Jang just as a quick point on

this I mean I think it would be remiss

for me not to mention this whole thing

about evil Evolution and the theory and

that dinosaurs Ro the Earth they went

from the sea to the land and so on and

so forth indeed you know the people who

reject the creationist Theory will talk

to this of evolution being from

dinosaurs I suppose there's a question

to be added there as well are there you

know how dinosaurs and in the modern day

are there animals from the Animal

Kingdom that reflect and they probably

are lizards as was talked about in

certain respects I know when I was

traveled to Pakistan and you see these

small

you know Amplified a few times they look

pretty ferocious to me but this whole

idea um that you know was there a place

for them and had they not roamed I

suppose would humankind have existed

thereafter everything has a a purpose in

the creation of Allah there was nothing

in the Quran as Dr Sab has pointed out

which goes against the fact that

dinosaurs would have been there but I

think the main the main uh question

which has to be born from these two

questions with we've received today is

what is the place for dinosaurs in a

system where people believe that the

world was created in six days how how do

you fit them in and this is the Eternal

question which the creationists have to

face uh given that they only believe

that the Earth um has existed you know

was created in six days and then it's

it's existed only for 6,000 years since

Adam peace be upon him so that's their

dilemma isn't it but you see in Islam

for fortunately we don't believe that we

know that the word Y in Arabic which

means one of the meanings of which is a

day also means a period and Allah

himself in the Holy Quran specifies that

when I say A Day sometimes I mean 1,000

years M and when I say A Day sometimes I

mean five 50,000 years so there are

different periods which could be

represented by the word day when he says

I created the world with with everything

in it in six days he means therefore

periods and this could be could be

extrapolated I remember once um very it

was a peculiar thing because I had to do

the calculation when I was sitting

in you know the the meeting between and

the Arab speakers Imam sa happened to be

on holiday at the time and so somehow he

had managed to get me into sitting in

his place to my great you know fright to

have to because the thing in that

program was that you have to look for

the quranic verses there and then when

needs them so that was a bit of a

frightening Prospect but anyway Allah

helped but the thing is that huz was

saying that I wanted to I want to talk

about the the age of the universe when

the universe since it was created until

it will disappear it's mentioned in the

Holy Quran and he he calculated it out

of these two verses one which mentions

the day as being a period of a thousand

years and another one of 50,000

according to what we count and he said

find those two verses for me so I had to

get them out I got them out and then he

said said now work out the you know how

how it how it happens and he said

basically every in in those Thousand

Years every year has 365 days that will

be 365,000

days and he said now Allah is saying

that every one of those days is worth

50,000 years according to what you

compute how you compute so now you have

to multiply 365,000 by 50,000,000 and

the figure and Allah says that this is

the period which it will take for the

the decree to go from Allah and to

return back to him again meaning that

he's going to create the earth and the

the heavens and everything in space in

the universe and it will be wrapped up

again and that works out to be 18

B250 million years okay and uh science

now tells us that the age of the

universe is something near 12 billion

years and uh so that fits nicely within

the 18 billion 250 million and according

to the Holy Quran this will be the age

of the universe when it is wrapped up so

when you're speaking of a scheme of

things on that level dinosaurs fit in

comfortably there's no problem at all

there's no problem on the other hand if

you're a literalist then you can't fit

them in you have to squeeze them into

those 6,000 years which is impossible

you see science has proved it wrong so

Islam when it's interpreted correctly

gives you a lot of uh answers to what

science is throwing at you and by the

grace of Allah we don't fear science on

the contr science and Allah's word go

hand in hand so just to be clear from

that interpretation from start to the

end of days which is sometimes as it's

termed would be a period of 18 billion

18 billion 250 million and don't forget

it okay well no need to worry about the

end of time just yet I suppose and thank

God we're in a separate time from

dinosaurs yes in actual fact you see the

Holy Quran talks about creating man but

then God also talks

about others before us so it means that

before we were created there were quite

a number of other creation so it

says fear Allah who created you and

other creation before you and this can

be found in 26th chapter and verse 185

of the Holy Quran now that means that in

the uh billions of years that the world

has taken to evolve as we see it now

there have been so many Creations

Creations that we know of Creations that

we do not also know of God actually

talks about creation that we do not know

of so those that we know of one of them

of course would be dinosaurs because

they they existed 23

230 million years ago and then they got

extinct 66 million years ago now the

Curious Thing is from the Greek word you

know dios we have dinosaurs which means

frighteningly big and terrifying thing

and uh the the the wonderful thing is

these huge creatures have rather gone

extinct

when the smaller ones are still alive we

are still around which means that they

were created for a purpose and just as

our panelist have said nothing that God

does is without purpose in fact God's

attribute is hakeim which means that the

wise so whatever he does is based on

deep wisdom and so these dinosaurs were

created in order to make way for the

other creatures that came later and

there is another very interesting thing

that

science has not discovered uh when we

talk about uh Dr s was talking about

this uh you know the fossil Fels yes you

know now we know that you have uh uh

carbon out of it is coal and then they

use it to run fases you know to melt oil

and then they use it also for emment yes

and uh now when you you go to to various

lands and we talk about the oil find the

remains According to some the scientists

of the dinosaurs and other creation

contributed that have contributed to the

the oil find that we have today and if

you connect it with the Industrial

Revolution then you see the the sort of

uh purpose for which Al created these uh

things so they have not been created for

nothing they have been created under

some very very uh great wisdom of the

almighty and for the great benefit of

mankind and civilization as a whole

gentlemen jazak has ever a very

comprehensive and very detailed answer

um to the question and I'm sure our

questioners uh will agree with that and

the connection between uh the age you

know of when the dinosaurs roam the the

Jurassic age and the modern age is well

made does AR gentlemen