Interpretation of Human History

A FEW PAGES FROM HISTORY Modern science has unfolded nature and revealed the divine signs which are called ‘ayaat’ in the Quran (41:53). A ccording to the Creator’s idea of creation, the journey of human history can be divided into a few major periods. These periods or historical stages are as follows: The first stage is the age of proclamations through the prophets. This age extends from Prophet Adam to Prophet Muhammad. Prophets came during this period, but their mission was confined to the stage of pronouncement, it did not reach the stage of revolution. The second stage begins with Prophet Ishmael, son of Abraham. In this period, a community (ummah) was formed which could become the bearer of the divine Book. The most important thing that happened after the creation of this community was the preservation of the Quran as the authentic text of God’s guidance. Freedom of thought was the most essential component