A Miracle of the Qur'an about "Broadcasting"

This article is about a miracle of the Qur’an pointing to the attraction of images and sounds before 14 centuries.

This part (20^th Word) was written by Ustad Bediuzzaman between 1926-1929 in the village of Barla. And the first radio broadcasting started in 1927 and the first Television broadcasting started in 1952 in Turkey.

the verse,

Said one who had knowledge of the Book: “I will bring it to you in the twinkling of an eye!” Then when Solomon saw it placed firmly before him. (Neml-40)

which points to the following wondrous event: in order to attract Bilkis’ throne to him, one of Solomon’s (Peace be upon him) ministers who was versed in the science of attraction said: “I’ll have the throne here before you before you can blink your eyes.” The verse suggests then that it is possible to bring either things themselves or their images to one instantaneously from far away, and it is a fact that Almighty Allah bestowed this ability on Solomon (PBH) in the form of a miracle, to establish his innocence and justice. For being honoured with rulership as well as his Messengership, Solomon could in this way himself be informed of events in all the regions of his extensive dominions, and see the condition of his subjects and hear of their ills. That means, if man relies on Almighty Allah, and asks it of Him with the tongue of his innate capacity, like Solomon (PBH) asked for it with the tongue of his chastity, and if he conforms to His laws of wisdom in the universe, the world may become like a town for him. That is to say, while Bilkis’ throne was in Yemen, it was instantaneously present in Damascus, or its image was, and it was seen. The images of the men around the throne were also certainly conveyed there, and their voices heard. This therefore indicates splendidly the attraction of images and sounds from long distances, and in effect says:

“O Kings and Rulers! If you wish to act with pure justice, endeavour to see and understand the face of the earth in all its details, like Solomon. For, by rising to the level of being informed whenever he wishes about every part of his realm, a just ruler and king who cherishes his subjects will avoid inequity, and may rule with complete justice.” And Almighty Allah in effect says through the allusive tongue of the verse:

“O Sons of Adam! I bestowed on one of My servants a broad realm, and so that he could act completely justly within it, I allowed him to know personally of all situations and events that occurred there. And since I have given all men the innate capacity to be vicegerent of the earth, I gave them also the ability to see, consider, and understand the whole face of the earth in accordance with that ability, for My wisdom requires this. If individuals do not reach that point, men may reach it as a race. And if they do not reach it physically, the saints may reach it in meaning. In which case, you may take advantage of this great bounty. Come on, let’s see you do it! On condition you do not neglect your duties of worship, strive to transform the face of the earth into a garden every part of which you may see, and the sounds of every corner of which you may hear. Heed the decree of the Most Merciful:

It is He Who has made the earth manageable for you, so traverse its tracts and enjoy of the sustenance which He furnishes, but unto Him is the Resurrection. (Mulk-15)

The above-mentioned verse thus alludes to the farthest limit far in the future in the attraction of images and sounds, one of man’s finest arts, and hints encouragement. (p.270, The Words)

And here is a part from the Signs of Miracolousness which was written in 1914-1916 pointing to the transmission of sound and images:

"Had he not seen an evidence of His Lord." (Yusuf-24) as indicated by the noble verse—according to one interpretation—when Hazrat Joseph (peace be upon him) saw the image of his father in Canaan, he immediately withdrew from Zuleikha; and when the caravans returned from Egypt, Hazrat Ya'qub's saying,  ‘I can smell Yusuf's scent’; and the noble verse  (Neml-40) that refers to an ifrit saying to Hazrat Sulayman, “Before you blink, I will bring you the throne of Bilkis”.

These are examples and sources of discoveries that humans have made or will make, such as the transmission of sound and images over great distances. (Signs of Miraculousness - 273)

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