Page 341 - In The Name Of Allah, The All-Merciful And Most Merciful

he existence of green plants is indispensable
for the continuation of life, because they

provide the balance required by oxygen, wa-
ter, and nutrients. Other balances are also very important
both for humanity and all other living things, for they con-
trol Earth’s temperature and protect the balance of gasses in
the atmosphere. Our Lord endowed Earth with millions of
different plant species, each having its won colors and ap-
pearances. Besides their usefulness, plants also give comfort,
joy, and pleasure to the human spirit. In this chapter, we will
analyze the role of plants in creation, and how they are a

great manifestation of His generosity toward humanity.

The fact that different plants sprout from the same
soil is a blessing from Allah. For example, look at melons,
kiwis, bananas, cherries, tomatoes, grapes, peaches,
and beans. When you peel off a ba-
nana’s dark yellow skin, a light col-