We now know that thunder is the sound when there is a sudden burst of heat such as lightning. Some people become angry, and even turn that anger towards God. ... The aya means that the thunder declares the glory of Allah and his praise.

What does it mean when it thunders in Islam?

the Holy Qur'an. Surah Ar-Ra'd is one of the chapters in the Qur'an and it means “The Thunder.” Allah announces that the thunder formed by the lightning repeats His praises: “The thunder glorifies His praise, as do the angels, out of fear of Him. …” ( Qur'an, 13:13) Lightning reminds of death.

What Allah says about thunder?

It is He who shows you lightening, [causing] fear and aspiration, and generates the heavy clouds. And the thunder exalts [Allah] with praise of Him – and the angels [as well] from fear of Him – and He sends thunderbolts and strikes therewith whom He wills while they dispute about Allah ; and He is severe in assault.