In Islamic cosmology, the star (نجم - Najm) is a profound celestial sign (ayah) and a multifaceted creation of Allah, mentioned throughout the Quran to inspire reflection and provide guidance. According to classical scholarship, including the tafsir of Ibn Kathir, stars serve three primary, divinely ordained purposes: as beacons for navigation in the darkness of land and sea (Quran 6:97), as a beautiful adornment for the nearest heaven (Quran 37:6), and as a guard for the celestial realm. [28] The Quran uses stars to illustrate deep theological truths, such as the story of Prophet Ibrahim, who used the setting of a star to deduce the temporality of creation and affirm the eternal nature of the Creator (Quran 6:76). [7] Furthermore, their silent, unwavering obedience to cosmic laws is described as a form of prostration (Quran 22:18, 55:6), a powerful reminder of submission to the divine will. [6] While Islam strongly encourages astronomy for its practical benefits, it unequivocally forbids astrology, asserting that knowledge of the unseen belongs to Allah alone.