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Quran code
The term Quran code (also known as Code 19) refers to the claim that the Quranic text contains a hidden mathematically complex pattern. The claimed code is based on alleged multiple appearances of the number in 19 in counts of words, letters and surahs. Advocates believe that the code represents a mathematical proof of the divine authorship of the Quran. The most notable proponent was Rashad Khalifa.
Article summary
The term Quran code (also known as Code 19) refers to the claim that the Quranic text contains a hidden mathematically complex pattern. The claimed code is based on alleged multiple appearances of the number in 19 in counts of words, letters and surahs. Advocates believe that the code represents a mathematical proof of the divine authorship of the Quran. The most notable proponent was Rashad Khalifa.
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- Summarise the article in your own words. Which single claim would you verify first, and why?
- Which claim in this article is most likely to be revised as the sources update? How would you check its current status?
- If two sources disagreed about one of these facts, what would you need in order to trust one over the other?
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