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Taʾwīl (Figurative Interpretation of Attributes)

The metaphorical interpretation of scriptural anthropomorphisms (God's hand, face, throne) to preserve divine transcendence.

The metaphorical interpretation of scriptural anthropomorphisms (God's hand, face, throne) to preserve divine transcendence.

Key passages(6)

Futuhat Makkiyya · Ibn Arabi

High

Bayan Talbis Jahmiyya · Ibn Taymiyya

High

Arbacin Fi Usul Din · Fakhr al-Din al-Razi

High

Ihkam Fi Usul Ahkam · Ibn Hazm

High

Ikhtilaf Fi Lafz · Ibn Qutayba

High

Mafatih Ghayb · Fakhr al-Din al-Razi

Moderate