Qur’anic Time: Relativity, Eternity, and the 50,000-Year Day
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Qur’anic Time: Relativity, Eternity, and the 50,000-Year Day Introduction Time is one of the most profound mysteries of human existence. Modern physics describes time as a dimension woven into the very fabric of the universe, relative and elastic, shaped by motion and gravity. The Qur’an , revealed over 1,400 years ago, engages with the concept of time in ways that intriguingly resonate with contemporary scientific insights. In particular, the Qur’an’s references to “ a Day equal to 50,000 years ” ( Surah al-Ma’arij 70:4 ) and “ a Day equal to 1,000 years ” ( Surah al-Sajdah 32:5 ) have long fascinated scholars, scientists, and seekers of truth. This article explores how Qur’anic descriptions of time intersect with Einstein’s relativity , the idea of eternity, and the metaphysical perception of existence beyond human comprehension. The Human Experience of Time From sunrise to sunset, from birth to death, humans live within the boundaries of time. For us, time appears linear—yesterd...