Observations of the New Moon using Optical Telescopes and Radio Telescope from the Perspective of Islam
Journal Title: International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 8
Abstract
Observations of the moon were done by Islamic scholars since hundreds of years ago. It has been studied many researchers in various fields such as planetary motion, circumference of the earth, moon, eclipse and new moon (hilal). This study is proven by history that shows a variety of equipment to help process the observation of the new moon as astrophysic using scientific tools such as optical telescope. Technological advancements today have transformed in many area. Including in astronomy, various techniques are employed as possible to facilitate a way to see the new moon. However, it must be consistent with the requirements of Islam. The objective of this study is to investigate and identify appropriate alternative methods to overcome the problems weather (cloudy, rainy and fog) in hilal observation. In this study, the comparison method based on Optical Telescope and Radio Telescope has been use to point raised in its assessment of current observations and alternative technique are proposed to the Islamic astronomer in Malaysia. Base on this study, the use of optical telescopes and radio telescopes are very helpful to researchers in observing the moon with more accurate and more reliable and conform to Islamic rules'. The technology optical telescopes, radio telescopes and religion should be in line in every action.
Authors and Affiliations
Roslan Umar, Mohd Khairul Amri Kamarudin, Wan Mohd Khairul Firdaus Wan Khairuldin, Mohd Saiful Anwar Mohd Nawawi, Dan Ahmad Jazlan Mat Jusoh
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