Quran 41:9-12 – 6 Days For Creation Of Earth
First of all, the word “youm” here is used in the meaning of stages or periods . What is referred to in Quran verses 49:9-12 is that the earth was created in two stages, and so were the heavens. Also that it took four stages for earth to sustain life. The question is isn’t it beyond human reasoning and intellect that Earth a dust speck as compared to the universe was given 6 days and universe a mere 2 days even if it is for just perfecting it? There’s nothing counter to reason here. There’s no other celestial body in the universe with such an immaculate system to sustain life. Even science explains various stages in the formation of the universe and life to begin. If it took four aeons to sustain life on earth it should not be a matter of doubt, but in fact it should provoke the question in a rational mind – why? Quran is not a book of science. It presents these facts as evidences for God and His warning. In short, the warning is about the end of this world, after which a new universe shall be created and new life shall begin. Those who pay heed to the warning and prepare in advance shall have an eternal life of joy and comfort, while those that don’t shall be subjected to difficulties and torment.