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وَأَصْلُ الْقَدَرِ سِرُّ اللَّهِ تَعَالَى فِي خَلْقِهِ
The foundation of predestination is Allah Most High’s secret concerning His creation.

Reading the terms: Aṣl al-qadar sirr Allāh points to a depth of the divine decree not fully disclosed to created beings.

Boundary of meaning: Not encompassing the secret of decree does not nullify revealed obligations or accountability. Known commands and undisclosed wisdom are different matters.

Takeaway: Some depths of the divine decree remain beyond created knowledge.

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The mystery of decree

Reading the Creed Text: Terms, Qualifications and Meaning

وَأَصْلُ الْقَدَرِ سِرُّ اللَّهِ تَعَالَى فِي خَلْقِهِ
The foundation of predestination is Allah Most High’s secret concerning His creation.

Reading the terms: Aṣl al-qadar sirr Allāh points to a depth of the divine decree not fully disclosed to created beings.

Boundary of meaning: Not encompassing the secret of decree does not nullify revealed obligations or accountability. Known commands and undisclosed wisdom are different matters.

Takeaway: Some depths of the divine decree remain beyond created knowledge.