Les Cités Maudites Selon le Coran : Un Rude Châtiment

The study reveals that the destruction of ancient cities, as described in Koranic texts, was preceded by divine intervention following persistent societal corruption. The research identifies five key forms of iniquity—idolatry, ignorance, corruption, immobility, and turpitude—that led to the downfall of these civilizations. Archaeological evidence from sites like Hegra (Al-Hijr) in Saudi Arabia and Tall el-Hamam in Jordan corroborates these narratives, linking them to the biblical cities of Madāʾin Ṣāliḥ and Sodom, respectively. The study also highlights a principle of 'right measure and weight,' suggesting that justice and prosperity arise from reforms, while societal stagnation leads to divine punishment. This work bridges textual analysis with archaeological data, offering a unique interdisciplinary perspective on the consequences of corruption in ancient societies.

Sayegh, M. (2020). Les Cités Maudites Selon le Coran : Un Rude Châtiment. European Scientific Journal, ESJ, 16(20), 78. https://doi.org/10.19044/esj.2020.v16n20p78