Page 76 - The Glory in the Heavens

would increase tremendously, turning the atmosphere

into a deadly mixture since it would preserve some poi-
sonous gases.

In addition to its mass, the interior of Earth is also

specially designed. The layers of the core move around

each other, and this movement is what creates Earth's
magnetic field. This magnetic field has a vital role in the

preservation of life. Extending far beyond the surface,

this field protects Earth from the effects of harmful radi-

ation from outer space.
Other scientific findings show us that the universe

has not been left abandoned. Certainly, Allah; the Lord

74 of the universe, the Creator, holds control over the entire

universe, and creates and sustains the galaxies, stars
and planets under His power.

The blue planet on which we live is a special creation

of Allah. In the Qur'an, Allah describes this amazing cre-

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It may be that this statement makes it plain, as do many
other verses of the Qur'an, that on this planet, Allah pro-
vides everything man needs.
Dear Children, from now on we will start exploring
Earth. First, let's examine the reason why our Lord created
blue oceans and seas and learn the blessings they offer us.