The concept of miracles (known as Mu`jizat in Arabic) is central to Islamic theology. Muslims believe that Allah (Exalted be He) possesses the power to intervene in the natural order of things and perform acts that defy human logic and understanding. As the last Prophet of Islam, Muhammad (may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) is said to have been granted the ability to perform miracles as a sign of his prophethood.
One of the most famous miracles attributed to Prophet Muhammad is the splitting of the moon. This event is referred to in Surah Al-Qamar (54:1), which states: “The hour has come near, and the moon has split [in two]. And if they see a miracle, they turn away and say, ‘Passing magic.’”