Mutazilism

Mutazilism is a theological school within Islam that emphasizes reason, free will, and justice. It emerged in the 8th century advocating that human reason is essential for understanding faith and morality. Mutazilists believe that God's justice compels Him to reward good and punish evil based on human actions, and they emphasize the importance of rationality in interpreting religious teachings. They also assert that the Quran is created, meaning it was brought into existence by God, rather than being eternal. Overall, Mutazilism promotes a rational approach to faith, advocating that belief and morality should be understood through reason as well as revelation.