Kun Fa Yakun

Creation and Divine Will

In traditional Shia thought, “Kun Fa Yakun” is inextricably linked to the narrative of creation. The universe, as described within Islamic cosmology, originated from nothingness through God’s eternal command. This initiation emphasizes that nothing possesses intrinsic existence independent of God. Rather, existence is perpetually sustained through divine will. Consequently, this doctrine impels believers to recognize the transient nature of worldly phenomena, fostering a detachment from material attachments and an understanding of life as a fleeting journey.

Though this understanding illuminates the path towards spiritual enlightenment, it also poses challenges. Consider the existential dilemma of human agency: if all is predetermined to a certain extent by divine command, what does this imply for human will? This question beckons introspection regarding the balance between divine control and human responsibility in moral undertakings.