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What does 'Khalaqa' refer to in the context of creation?
What does 'Khalaqa' refer to in the context of creation?
Which term describes the concept of creation as a 'single thing, unrelated to time'?
Which term describes the concept of creation as a 'single thing, unrelated to time'?
What is the meaning of 'Sawwā' in the context of creation?
What is the meaning of 'Sawwā' in the context of creation?
Which of the following best describes 'Faṭara'?
Which of the following best describes 'Faṭara'?
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What does 'Ja‘ala' primarily signify?
What does 'Ja‘ala' primarily signify?
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How is 'Bada’a' related to the process of creation?
How is 'Bada’a' related to the process of creation?
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Which term is used to denote the act of giving something a definitive shape or color?
Which term is used to denote the act of giving something a definitive shape or color?
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What is the focus of 'Ansha’a' in the context of creation?
What is the focus of 'Ansha’a' in the context of creation?
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Study Notes
Key Concepts of Creation in Islamic Thought
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Khalaqa (خَلَقَ): Describes the creation of all things, a gradual process involving fitting things into a scheme akin to evolution.
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Amr (أَمْر): Represents command, direction, and design, a singular, timeless act, like the blink of an eye. (وَمَا أَمْرُنَا إِلَّا وَاحِدَةٌ)
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Ja‘ala (جَعَلَ): Refers to the making of new forms, dispositions, and configurations, such as the sun and moon's movements and the cycle of day and night.
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Sawwā (سَوَّى): Implies bringing things to perfection, exemplified by the human faculty of distinguishing right from wrong. (وَنَفْسٍ وَمَا سَوَّاهَا)
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Faṭara (فَطَرَ): The creation of primeval matter from nothing, without any pre-existing resemblance. (فَاطِرُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ)
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Bada’a (بَدَأَ): Indicates beginning the process of creation. (يَبْدَأُ الْخَلْقَ)
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Bara’a (بَرَأَ): Implies evolving, or liberation from pre-existing matter or circumstances. (الْبَارِئُ )
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Ṣawwara (صَوَّرَ): Refers to giving definite form and color to create something uniquely suited to a purpose. (الْمُصَوِّرُ)
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Ansha’a (أَنْشَأَ): Describes making something grow, increase, develop, or reach maturity.
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Explore the fundamental ideas of creation as presented in Islamic philosophy. This quiz covers essential terms such as Khalaqa, Amr, Ja‘ala, and more, each defining aspects of the creation process. Enhance your understanding of how these concepts relate to the divine act of creation.
