Q: I wanted to attain a profound understanding of Din (religion), so I went to an institute to learn the Qira’at (Qur’an recitation styles). But later on I realized that the institute teaches
the ‘Aqidah (creed) of
Al-Asha`irah (a Muslim group that bases its creedal issues on logic).
When it is time for the exam and there is a question about the meaning of Istiwa’ (Allah’s rising over the Throne in a manner that befits Him) (Part No. 12; Page No. 206) - which the Asha‘irah view as Istila’ (subjugation) - and I write about it, knowingly, is this sinful? If I write another view, such as that of Ahl-ul-Sunnah wal-Jama‘ah (those adhering to the Sunnah and the Muslim main body), I will fail the exam. What is the ruling?
A:
Write the answer to the exam question according to the ‘Aqidah of
Al-Asha`irah and then explain that the truth differs from this and that is your ‘Aqidah, and mention the evidence for this. By doing this, you will exonerate yourself, if Allah wills.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.
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