Why is there no similarity between the Quranic narratives and Pharaonic history, despite the great prominence of Joseph, Moses, and Pharaoh of Moses in Egypt, and the strangeness of the events, yet there is no trace of them in Pharaonic antiquities?
The Qur’an is truth that corrects historical studies, especially since human studies are susceptible to error and distortion. Among the historical proofs of the Qur’an’s inimitability is its mention of Haman as one of the close associates of Pharaoh during the time of Moses, which aligns with archaeological discoveries made after the deciphering of hieroglyphs, unlike what is stated in the Torah. The Qur’an’s inimitability also appears in the precision of its titles; it used the title “King” for the ruler of Egypt in the time of Joseph, and “Pharaoh” in the time of Moses, which corresponds to the historical changes in the usage of the title in ancient Egypt. Another proof is the alignment of the fate of Pharaoh during the time of Moses, as mentioned in the Qur’an, with the reality of his body being present to this day, as stated in His Almighty’s saying: {So today We will save you in your body that you may be to those who succeed you a sign. And indeed, many among the people are heedless of Our signs}. Some researchers have suggested that Joseph, peace be upon him, was Imhotep, or that he lived during the rule of the Hyksos, not the Pharaohs. What remains in the Qur’an concerning facts is the reliable measure, and anything else is presented to it; if it conforms, it is accepted, and if it contradicts, it is rejected.
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