Embriologi dalam Perspektif Al-Qur`an dan Sains

Abstract

This study examines the compatibility between the Qur'an's description of embryology and modern scientific findings. The Qur'an has described the stages of human development through terms such as nutfah, alaqah, and mudghah, as well as the formation of bones and flesh, which are highly relevant to contemporary embryology. The research method uses a comparative approach, comparing the Qur'anic verses describing human creation with modern embryological research, particularly the stages of fertilization, implantation, gastrulation, and organogenesis. The results show a significant correlation between Qur'anic terminology and embryological processes confirmed by modern science. The stages of nutfah correspond to the process of fertilization; alaqah describes the embryo attached to the uterine wall; mudghah describes the segmentation phase of the embryo; and the formation of bones and flesh is in line with the development of the skeletal and muscular systems. The study also cites the recognition of embryological scientists, such as Dr. Keith L. Moore, who acknowledged the accuracy of Qur'anic terminology in describing embryonic development. The study's conclusion confirms that the Qur'ān is not only a book of spiritual guidance but also contains universal, transcendental scientific knowledge. This conformity proves that Islam does not conflict with science, but rather encourages scientific development to understand the majesty of God's creation. Integration of Islamic values with scientific development to understand the majesty of Allah's creation. scientists. The integration of Islamic values with the development of science is expected to yield a generation with strong faith, critical thinking, and noble character.