10 Questions
Which of the following statements is true about the creation of Hadhrat Aadam?
He was created from melodious sand derived from dark decomposing clay
What did Allaah say about Shaytaan's control over His bondsmen?
Shaytaan has no control over Allaah's chosen bondsmen
What does the text say about Shaytaan's promises?
Shaytaan's promises are deceptive and should not be believed
How many verses from the Qur'an are mentioned in the text as referring to the creation of Hadhrat Aadam?
11 verses
What did Allaah say about Himself as a Protector?
Allaah suffices as a Protector
Who was the first human on earth?
Hadhrat Aadam (peace be upon him)
What does the text indicate about the existence of inhabitants on earth before Hadhrat Aadam (peace be upon him)?
The Qur'an and Hadith do not mention whether there were any inhabitants before Hadhrat Aadam
What is the stance on Darwin's theory of evolution?
The theory is refuted as it conflicts with the Qur'an
How many times is Hadhrat Aadam (peace be upon him) mentioned in the Qur'an, according to the text?
His name appears 25 times in 11 different Surahs
What does the text suggest about the purpose of the Qur'an and Hadith regarding the existence of creatures before humans?
They focus only on matters that are advantageous and beneficial for humans
Study Notes
Hadhrat Aadam (Adam)
- Creation of Hadhrat Aadam: made from melodious sand derived from dark decomposing (moistened) clay, created by mixing water with soil, and then left to decompose and become dark in color
- The mould of Hadhrat Aadam was cast with this clay, and when it set and dried, it became like potted clay that has a melodious sound when struck
Mentions in the Quran
- Hadhrat Aadam is mentioned in eleven Surahs of the Quran
- His name appears 25 times in total
- The Surahs that mention him are: Surah Baqarah, Aal Imraan, Maa'idah, A'raaf, Israa, Kahaf, Maryam, TaaHaa, Yaaseen, Hijr, and Saad
Status of Hadhrat Aadam
- He was the first human on earth
- He was the very first Nabi and Rasool
- He is the origin of human lineage, and man has come from man, not from any other creature
- His existence is proven by the Quran, which does not mention any inhabitants on earth prior to him
Rebuttal of Darwin's Theory
- The Quran proves that man has come from man, and this contradicts Darwin's theory of evolution
- Even if Darwin's theory is substantiated with convincing arguments, it will still be refuted because it conflicts with the Quran
Learn about the Islamic belief regarding Prophet Adam being the first human on earth, as well as the first Prophet and Messenger. Discover what the Qur'an and authentic Hadiths mention about the creation of angels and Jinn before Prophet Adam.
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