Tawaqquf and Acceptance of Human Evolution
Can Muslims to accept the scientific account of human evolution, even while remaining faithful to the traditional understanding of Adam and Eve’s unique manner of creation?
Dr. David Solomon Jalajel
Published: August 31, 2018 • Dhul Hijjah 20, 1439
Updated: August 23, 2022 • Muharram 25, 1444
1 mins • Evolution
Updated: July 23, 2021
Archived: August 16, 2022
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For more on this topic, see Evolution in the Scales of Scripture
Dr. David Solomon Jalajel
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Jalajel, D. S. (2018). Tawaqquf and Acceptance of Human Evolution. Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research.
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