Islamic Metaphysics

Shia scholars, particularly those from the theological lineage of the Imams, emphasize the concept of divine justice, or ‘Adalah. This principle asserts that God’s actions are inherently just, thereby affirming moral order in the universe. The interplay of divine mercy and justice cultivates a nuanced view of God, steering believers toward a profound understanding of their relationship with the divine.

2. The Concept of Existence: Being and Non-being

Existence, in Shia metaphysical discourse, is scrutinized through the dual concepts of being (wujud) and non-being (ma’dum). The essence of being is viewed as a manifestation of divine will, while non-being is often described as the absence of existence or potentiality. Such delineation leads to an examination of contingent beings (mawjudat), which are understood to derive their existence from the necessary being—Allah.