ZERO-DEFECT UNIVERSE
During the Second World War (1939-1945), a concept called ‘Zero Defect Management’ emerged. Efforts to establish zero defect management systems on a large scale in industrially developed countries. Much research has been done. Much literature has been produced on this subject. This concept spread rapidly in ‘developed’ countries, where efforts were made to establish a zero-defect management system in their industries, just as it prevails in the world of Nature. This work continued almost throughout the 20th century. However, in this regard, they met with complete failure. Finally, it was accepted that no system made by man could be a zero-defect system. It was acknowledged that the concept of zero-defect management was not attainable by humans.
Even as the evidence indicated that zero-defect management was not possible in man-made industries and organizations, scientific findings emerged that proved that the system of Nature is entirely flawless. For example, the movement of the stars and the planets happens precisely as predicted, with zero defects, which have been going on for billions of years. On this basis, if you want to know, for instance, at exactly what time on a particular date, several years later, the sun will rise and set at a specific location on Earth, you can find it out today itself. For example, if you want to know at what time on 15th April 2025 the sun will rise and set in New Delhi, you can find out well in advance that sunrise will be at 05:56 and sunset at 18:48. The timing of the sun rising and setting on a particular day in the future can be found with the same accuracy for any other place in the world. The entire system of the physical universe functions with complete precision and predictability.
When we reflect on the fact that the physical universe has operated flawlessly under the management of the Creator for billions of years, while human projects often suffer from defects in planning and implementation, a stark contrast emerges. Under divine management, the material world has adhered to zero-defect management since its inception. In comparison, human-made systems, such as industrial projects, have been unable to establish a zero-defect management system despite continuous efforts. This comparison emphasizes the difference between divine and human management.
To gain insights into human management, an article titled “Zero Defects” on the internet discusses the concept as popularized by Philip Crosby’s book “Absolutes of Quality Management.” It acknowledges that achieving absolute perfection or zero defects is technically impossible in sizable or complex manufacturing projects. However, the concept focuses on waste elimination and defect reduction to ensure the highest quality standards.
Applying the formula of understanding through contradiction and comparison, the Quran highlights the need to compare the systems created by humans and those existing in the rest of the universe. This comparative study reveals a fundamental difference between the two worlds. Despite human efforts, a zero-defect management system cannot be established in the world of humans, leading some to believe it to be unattainable. On the other hand, in the material world created by God, the concept has been consistently established with great accuracy throughout history.
Applying this formula shows that God, the Lord of the Universe, is the superior entity governing this universe. The difference between the world of humans and physical science is undeniable evidence of God’s existence. The Quran describes this truth in verses such as the following:
“He created seven heavens, one above the other in layers. You will not find any flaw in the creation of the Gracious One. Then look once again: can you see any flaw? Then look again and again. Your gaze will come back to you confused and exhausted.” (67:3-4)
“Have they not observed the sky above them and marked how We have built it and adorned it, leaving no flaws in it” (50:6)
The discovery of the infallible system of the universe confirms the existence of God, the Lord of the Worlds. The comparison of the functioning of artificial systems (where zero-defect management, despite all efforts, is impossible) with the system of Nature established by the Creator (which is entirely zero-defect) leads to the realization that there is indeed a Creator of the universe and that this Creator is a Supreme Being who is the Lord, Master and Sustainer of the universe. The difference between the human world and the world of Nature is clear and definite evidence of God’s existence.
The discovery, through modern science, of the flawless system of the universe resonates with what the following lines of the Quran reveal about God:
“God: there is no deity save Him, the Living, the Eternal One. Neither slumber nor sleep overtakes Him.” (2:255)
