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Unscientific Claims: Biology
An examination of unscientific claims made by religious scriptures and preachers about the Sun, Moon, stars, Earth, space, and the universe in light of modern astronomy.
Articles
According to Muhammad, Eating Seven Ajwa Dates in the Morning Prevents Poisoning
Sahih hadiths claim that eating seven Ajwa dates in the morning protects a person from poison and magic throughout the day. This article critically examines the claim using…
Public Health Risks of Islamic Beliefs: Water Remains Pure Even When Menstrual Rags and Dead Animals Are Thrown into It
Sahih hadiths report that Muhammad declared water pure and incapable of being rendered impure, even when menstrual rags, dead animals, and human waste entered a well. This article…
According to Islamic Belief, tailbone in Human Spine Remains Intact Forever
Islamic hadith claim that the tailbone never decays and will serve as the foundation of resurrection. This article examines the claim’s religious origins and evaluates it against evidence…
According to Islamic Belief, the Dead Can Hear the Sound of People’s Shoes in Their Graves
Hadiths describe the dead hearing footsteps, answering angels and suffering punishment. This article critically examines these claims through classical Islamic commentaries, auditory neuroscience, death determination and the ethics…
Islam Says There Is No Contagion: Hadith, Interpretation, and Scientific Scrutiny
Hadiths attributed to Muhammad deny contagion while instructing people to avoid lepers and separate sick animals from healthy ones. Centuries of conflicting interpretations reveal attempts to reconcile these…