قرآنِ مجید اور نباتات: کتب و تحقیقی مقالات کا تعارفی و تجزیاتی مطالعہ

Plants in the Qur’ān: An Introductory and Analytical Study of Books and Research Articles

Abstract

This study offers an introductory and analytical examination of selected books and research articles addressing the concept of plants (nabatāt) in the Qur’ān. The Qur’ān frequently refers to vegetation, crops, trees, and natural growth not merely as sources of sustenance but as signs of divine power, wisdom, and providence. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, the research analyzes Qur’ānic verses related to plants alongside classical exegetical interpretations, Prophetic traditions, and contemporary scholarly writings that engage with themes of human health, environmental balance, and ethical responsibility. The study critically reviews academic articles focusing on the role of plants in human well-being, ecological sustainability, and Qur’ān–science discourse, as well as key books on Prophetic medicine and Islamic environmental ethics. By evaluating diverse methodological approaches—exegetical, scientific, historical, and applied—the paper demonstrates that Islamic scholarship presents a comprehensive and coherent understanding of plants as integral to human survival, moral consciousness, and the preservation of the natural order. The findings affirm that Qur’ānic guidance on plants remains highly relevant in addressing modern challenges related to health, environmental degradation, and sustainable development.