Ashairah

The Nature of God and Divine Attributes

A salient distinction in Ashairah theology revolves around the characterization of Allah. While followers of the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama’ah (the mainstream Sunni belief) accentuate the absolute transcendence of God, Ashairah theology posits a belief in the attributes of God without compromising His unique oneness (Tawhid). They assert that divine attributes, such as knowledge, power, and will, exist in a manner that is ontologically distinct yet not separated from the essence of God Himself. This doctrine raises multifaceted inquiries regarding the nature of God that echo within Shia thought, particularly regarding divine justice (Adalah), an essential precept in Shia belief.

Predestination vs. Free Will