From DNA to Atoms: The Astonishing Scientific Proof That Allah Created Everything in Pairs!

 

One of the clearest signs of the greatness of Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā in life is that He created all His creatures in pairs. This principle of pairing is not merely a natural phenomenon, but a divine law (sunnatullah) filled with wisdom, order, and the perfection of creation. Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā affirms this in the Qur’an:

“And of all things We created two mates; perhaps you will remember.” (Qur'an, Surah Adh-Dhariyat 51:49)

This verse invites humankind to think, reflect, and take lessons from the fact that behind every pair lies a divine purpose that strengthens life and manifests the majesty of the Creator.

At the most fundamental level of life, Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā created living beings with an extraordinarily precise and astonishing genetic system: DNA. The structure of DNA consists of paired nitrogenous bases—adenine pairs with thymine, and cytosine pairs with guanine. These pairs never interchange, because even a single mismatch can damage genetic information. From this microscopic and invisible arrangement, Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā determines skin color, body structure, and the functions of living organisms’ organs. The perfection of this system aligns with His words:

“Indeed, We created man from a drop of mingled sperm to test him; and We made him hearing and seeing.” (Qur'an, Surah Al-Insan 76:2)

This verse reminds us that human life begins from something very simple, yet it is managed by Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā through an extraordinarily perfect system.

The principle of pairing is also clearly visible in plants. Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā created plant reproductive organs in the form of stamens and pistils. The stamen produces pollen, while the pistil receives it, enabling pollination to occur. Through this process, plants reproduce, yielding fruits and seeds that become sources of life for humans and animals. The beauty and benefit of plants are affirmed in His words:

“And We cause to grow within it every kind of beautiful growth.” (Qur'an, Surah Al-Hajj 22:5)

Through plants, Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā teaches that balance and sustainability in life can only be achieved when each pair fulfills its proper function.

In human beings, the sign of Allah’s greatness in creating pairs becomes even more evident. Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā created the ovum in women and the spermatozoon in men as complementary pairs. Their union through fertilization marks the beginning of new life. From what appears to be a simple process emerges a human being endowed with intellect, emotions, and responsibility as a steward (khalifah) on earth. Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā says:

“And Allah has made for you mates from among yourselves and has made for you from your mates sons and grandchildren and has provided for you from the good things.” (Qur'an, Surah An-Nahl 16:72)

This verse emphasizes that marriage, offspring, and sustenance are part of a divine system full of mercy and wisdom.

Even in inanimate matter, Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā has established the law of pairing. Within the atom, there are positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons. These particles attract one another, forming stable atoms that compose all matter in the universe. Without this balanced pairing, there would be no objects, no life, and no universe as we know it. Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā says:

“He created all things and is, of all things, Knowing.” (Qur'an, Surah Al-An‘am 6:101)

The knowledge of Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā encompasses everything—from the visible to the unseen, from the largest creations to the smallest particles. Even what humans do not know remains within His knowledge, as He says:

“Indeed, Allah knows what you conceal and what you declare.” (Qur'an, Surah An-Nahl 16:19)

Through this creation in pairs, Allah Subḥānahu wa Taʿālā teaches that life is built upon balance, order, and mutual complementarity. Nothing is created in vain. Everything has its function and purpose. Therefore, as servants of Allah, it is only fitting that we grow in faith, gratitude, and submission to Him—using knowledge as a means to better know and glorify His greatness, not as a reason for arrogance.

May we be among those who think, reflect, and take lessons from the signs of Allah’s power spread throughout the universe. Ameen, O Lord of the worlds.

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