It is the motto (sometimes in its Latin form, fiat lux) for many educational institutions (using light as a metaphor for knowledge).

[1] The phrase also forms the chorus of John Marriott's hymn about Creation, "Thou, Whose Almighty Word.

Creation cannot be even remotely considered an emanation from God; it is not somehow an overflow or reflection of his being, i.e., of his divine nature, but is rather a product of his personal will.

"[7] The divine "fiat lux" in this passage has "exerted a powerful influence on the English poetic tradition.

"[8] St Basil emphasises the role of light in making the universe beautiful,[8] as does St Ambrose, who writes: "But the good Author uttered the word 'light' so that He might reveal the world by infusing brightness therein and thus make its aspect beautiful.