kreasion

Kreasion is a term used in certain philosophical and theological discussions, often referring to the act of bringing something into existence, particularly from a state of non-existence or nothingness. It is distinct from concepts like evolution or development, which imply a transformation of pre-existing matter. The idea of creation suggests a deliberate act of origination by a conscious agent.

In many religious traditions, "kreasion" is attributed to a divine being or beings. This divine creator is understood to have brought the universe, life, and humanity into being through will, power, or decree. Different religions offer varying accounts of the kreasion process, including narratives of creation ex nihilo (from nothing) or creation ex materia (from pre-existing, often chaotic, material).

The concept of kreasion raises fundamental questions about causality, purpose, and the nature of reality. It often underpins beliefs about the origin and ultimate destiny of all things. Philosophical inquiries into kreasion explore whether such an act is logically possible, what its implications are for free will, and how one might ascertain the existence or nature of a creator. While often associated with religious doctrines, the abstract idea of bringing something novel into being can also be explored in secular philosophical contexts, though typically without the invocation of supernatural agency. The term itself is not widely used in everyday language and is more prevalent in academic or theological discourse.