Were we to think for one moment about the number of computations which take place inside
our bodies, we will surely be unable to calculate them. So, how can man conceive the number
of computations in the whole cosmos from the smallest atom to the largest planet in their
various types, orbits, and environments? The mind, no matter how great, can never do so, and
it will definitely recognize Allah and His Absolute Power, and that He is the only capable al-
haseeb Who can make such computations; so, let us contemplate on this Attribute so that we
may honour and thank Him. Allah has pointed out in the text of the Holy Qura'n the
calculation according to which the cosmos is arranged in accordance with places very well
computed in their locations, orbits and speeds: "Surely We have created everything according
to a measure. And Our command is but one, as (swift as) the twinkling of an eye" (Qura'n,
54:49-50). He has also said,
But nay! I swear by the falling of the stars, and most surely it is a very great oath, if you only
know... (56:75-76) The sun and the moon follow a reckoning. (55:5) (As for) the moon, We
have ordained for it stages till it becomes again like an old dry palm branch. (36:39) ... and
ordained for it mansions so that you may know the computation of years and the reckoning.
(10:5) He causes the dawn to break, and he has made the night for (you to) rest, and the sun
and the moon for reckoning. (6:96)
As a matter of fact, there is hardly any verse which does not contain one indication or more
about the computed system of the cosmos or of the human body, but the Holy Qura'n
highlights a specific significance for a different type of calculations: the calculations of the
sustenance of Allah's servants according to the wisdom of Allah, some of which are according
to a measure, and some coming from whence a servant of Allah does not know: "... and Allah
gives means of subsistence to whomsoever He pleases without measure" (Qura'n, 2:212).
Such is usually the sustenance of the righteous whom Allah sustains from whence they do not
know or expect: "... and whoever is careful of (his duty to) Allah, He will make an outlet for
him and give him sustenance from whence he does not expect" (Qura'n, 65:2-3). Also, Allah's
giving is great, so great that its true value can never be conceived or computed. There is still a
greater calculation: the calculation of the deeds and the intentions behind them, their
recording as well as the rewards for them in the life of this world or in the one to come, or in
both, for the Almighty says the following in this regard: