The concept of Creation of God in Christianity
The Creation of God, according to the Catholic Church and Early Christianity, denotes the initial divine act that brings the universe into existence, emphasizing that all entities, including spiritual beings and humanity, originate from God. This belief highlights the goodness and excellence in creation, contrasting with notions of chaos. It also indicates that gods, viewed in some contexts as originating from elements like water, clash with the theological understanding of God’s unique creation.
Synonyms: Divine creation, God's handiwork, Divine workmanship, Celestial creation, God's design, Heavenly birth, Cosmic creation, God's work, Act of god
In Dutch: Schepping van God; In Finnish: Jumalan luominen; In Spanish: Creación de Dios; In Malay: Ciptaan tuhan; In Swedish: Guds skapelse; In German: Schöpfung Gottes
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Christian concept of 'Creation of God'
From: Ante-nicene Fathers
(1) The creation of God is mentioned as a way to prove his existence, which is a prior consideration to understanding his character, and is shown through his works.[1] (2) The belief that everything in existence originates from God, reflecting goodness and excellence rather than chaos.[2] (3) The act of bringing into existence all entities, including spiritual beings and humanity.[3] (4) The concept that gods were created and owe their existence to elements like water, which is viewed as problematic within the theological context of the text.[4]
From: The city of God
(1) This phrase refers to the initial act of God in bringing forth the universe, highlighting that everything in existence is the result of the divine creative process.[5]
From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository
(1) This describes the beginning of God's way, and it emphasizes the Son's role in creation and His eternal existence.[6]