Aphelion and Perihelion in Islamic Cosmology Overview: The Integration between Revelation and Astronomy

Abstract

The phenomena of aphelion and perihelion are two important points in the Earth's annual orbit around the Sun, which illustrate the order and balance of the universe system. In modern astronomy, these events are explained through Kepler's laws of motion and the concept of elliptical orbits. In contrast, in Islamic cosmology, celestial phenomena are understood as verses that convey theological messages. This article aims to examine the phenomena of aphelion and perihelion from two perspectives: modern astronomical Science and the perspective of Islamic cosmology based on revelation. The method employed is a qualitative-contextual approach, involving the analysis of Qur'anic texts, classical interpretations, and actual astronomical data. This study found that the integration between revelation and Science can strengthen people's understanding of celestial phenomena, not only as objects of scientific observation, but also as a means of tadabbur and strengthening their faith