Quran Issues
The Quran states that Dhul-Qarnayn found the sun setting in a muddy spring, which shows that it is a divine revelation.
Quick answer
This claim misunderstands the nature of the Quranic text and the interpretation provided by Muhammad himself. The assertion that the sun sets in a spring of water is scientifically inaccurate and contradicts the understanding of God's omniscience.
Full argument
The Quranic passage in Surah 18:86 describes Dhul-Qarnayn's journey to the setting place of the sun, where he supposedly finds it setting in a muddy spring. This description has led to confusion and various interpretations among Muslim commentators, indicating that the text may not convey a literal truth. Furthermore, the Prophet Muhammad himself, in a narration, echoed this idea, stating that the sun sets in murky water. This raises questions about the divine origin of the Quran, as a true God would not make such a scientifically flawed statement. The inconsistency in interpretation among scholars and the reliance on Muhammad's explanation suggest that the text is not infallible and may reflect human misunderstanding rather than divine revelation.
Key verses
Surah 18:86quran
He found it setting in a muddy spring.
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