Sharh Tahawiyyah Page 288 [cracked]

: Abu Hanifa is quoted as stating that such a person becomes an apostate because Allah has declared in the Quran: "The Merciful has ascended above the Throne" (Surah Ta-Ha, 20:5). He further clarified that if a person admits Allah is above His Throne but denies the Throne is above the heavens, they are likewise in error.

Quranic verses on Istawa (Ascending) and the location of the 'Arsh (Throne). sharh tahawiyyah page 288

Page 288 often refutes the notion that decree excuses sin. The commentator quotes early scholars: “Do not argue about decree with an argument you would not accept from Allah on the Day of Judgment.” He affirms that Allah decreed sin for wise purposes (testing, distinguishing obedient from disobedient, manifesting His justice in punishment). : Abu Hanifa is quoted as stating that

: Following Imam Abu Hanifa, the commentary notes that Iman is defined as "testimony by the tongue and belief by the heart," effectively excluding outward deeds from the definition of faith itself. Page 288 often refutes the notion that decree excuses sin

Non-Athari scholars interpret Abu Hanifa’s statement not as a physical direction, but as a rebuke to anyone who implies

At this point in the text, the commentary typically delves into the , specifically focusing on the creation and eternity of Paradise and Hell . 🌟 Key Themes on Page 288