According to search-discovered classical Islamic scholarship, the concept of Creation (Khalq) is the foundational divine act of Allah (God) bringing the universe and all existence into being from nothingness. The great exegete Ibn Kathir, in his analysis of verses like Qur'an 3:190, emphasizes that the cosmos—from the heavens to the alternation of night and day—is created full of signs (ayat) for people of understanding to reflect upon. Al-Tabari's linguistic analysis of the Arabic root خ-ل-ق (kh-l-q) reveals meanings of measuring, determining, and forming, indicating that creation is a deliberate, purposeful, and perfectly proportioned act, not a random occurrence. Al-Qurtubi further elaborates that the purpose of this creation, particularly humanity's role as steward (Khalifah) on Earth (Qur'an 2:30), is a test of servitude and worship. The synthesis of these scholarly views across numerous verses establishes that Creation in Islam is not a singular past event but a continuous display of Allah's power and mercy, inviting humanity to recognize its Creator and its purpose.