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Facts vs. Interpretations: Understanding Islam &
Evolution
بِسْمِِ اللِِ الرَّحْمٰنِِ الرَّحِيْمِِ
	Abstract
	The purpose of this essay is to offer an Islamic perspective on the theory of evolution. As we discuss this particular theory, we also aim to highlight
	broader issues related to Islam and science. Indeed, we shall note important principles regarding Qur’anic interpretation, emphasize the need for replacing blind faith with grounded faith, and encourage discernment so as to differentiate between facts and interpretations of the facts such as the materialist/naturalist philosophy that often underlies scientific interpretations. In a sense, the theory of evolution is just a stepping stone for us to invite Muslims (and those who are open to the belief perspective) to reflect more deeply about the purpose of life, the universe, and the meaning of God’s guidance and its relevance to our life. The Qur’an does not predetermine the conclusions of scientific study but rather calls for honest
	and earnest analysis of the data, rather than dogmatic speculation. To the
	extent that such factual analysis is found in “evolutionary science” it can have no censure from a Qur’anic perspective. On the other hand, insofar as the theory of evolution insists on baseless, dogmatic claims such as life being the result of unpurposeful factors and things acting simply out of selfish impulses, it will clash with the Quranic perspective. Of course, such baseless and dogmatic claims about the emergence of life by blind physical processes and randomness remain empirically unsubstantiated and incoherent, despite their popular
	acceptance and politicized promotion.

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