Ash'ar

Ash'ar refers to a school of Islamic theology that emphasizes God's omnipotence and justice, suggesting that humans have limited free will and that God's knowledge and decree are absolute. It was developed in the 9th century as a response to theological debates, balancing divine sovereignty with human responsibility. Ash'aris believe that God's attributes are unique and beyond human comprehension, and that understanding truth requires reliance on divine revelation and reason. This school aims to uphold God's authority while maintaining rational inquiry within the framework of Islam.