The Black Hole at the End of Time: Quranic Prophecies and Modern Astrophysics

Introduction: A Journey to the Unknown

​In the vast emptiness of our universe, there are regions where gravity is so intense that not even light can escape. These are Black Holes. While modern science is only now uncovering their mysteries, the Quran provided symbolic and linguistic signs of these phenomena over 1,400 years ago, inviting humanity to reflect on the majesty of the Creator.

​The Science of "The Invisible Sweepers

​The Quran mentions specific cosmic objects in Surah At-Takwir: "Verily, I swear by the stars that are invisible (Al-Khunnas), that move swiftly and sweep (Al-Kunnas)".

​Modern astrophysics confirms that Black Holes fit this description perfectly:

​Invisible: They do not emit or reflect light, making them hidden from direct view.

​Swiftly Moving: They travel through galaxies at incredible speeds.

​Sweeping: They act as cosmic "sweepers," pulling in all nearby matter and gas with immense gravity.

​Folding the Cosmic Fabric

​Einstein’s theory of General Relativity suggests that space and time form a fabric that can be bent and folded. The Quran uses a striking metaphor for the end of the universe: "The Day when We shall roll up the heavens like a recorder rolls up a scroll" (Surah Al-Anbiya: 104).

​This aligns with the scientific "Big Crunch" theory, which proposes that the expansion of the universe will eventually reverse, "rolling" everything back into a singularity.

​Spiritual Reflection: Faith in the Digital Age

​At Islam Niche, we believe that every scientific discovery is a new reason to say "Subhan Allah". In a world filled with chaos, understanding the perfect balance of the cosmos reminds us that our lives also have a divine purpose and a Creator who maintains order in every atom.

​References 

​The Holy Quran: Translations of Surah At-Takwir and Surah Al-Anbiya.

​NASA Science: Educational resources on Black Hole properties and gravity.

​Modern Cosmology: Theoretical models of the Big Crunch and Singularity.