kalam (speculative theology)

A way of doing theology that proceeds by stating a position and then defending it against objections by logical argument, often in live debate with opponents. This approach to theology was entirely rejected by traditionalists.

(See the Chart of Philosophical and Theological Currents in Islam.)

 


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