Abd al-Hadi ibn Hasan Wahbi
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Abd al-Hadi ibn Hasan Wahbi is an Islamic writer and scholar of theology, known for his writings on Sunni creed and divine attributes, notably his treatise al-Kalimat al-Hisan fi Bayan Uluw al-Rahman (The Beautiful Words in Explaining the Highness of the Merciful) .
Theology and Reception
Wahbi's scholarship primarily focuses on Islamic creed (aqidah), emphasizing that knowledge of God, His divine names, attributes, and actions constitutes the noblest and most exalted branch of learning . In al-Kalimat al-Hisan fi Bayan Uluw al-Rahman, he dedicated his discussion to affirming the divine attributes of transcendence (uluw) and aboveness (fawqiyyah) of God above His creation and the Throne, relying on textual scriptural proofs and critiquing opposing theological interpretations . His treatise has been cited in contemporary Sunni theological literature alongside classical treatises dedicated to the attribute of divine transcendence by scholars such as al-Dhahabi, Ibn Qudamah, and Ibn al-Qayyim .
In addition to this treatise, he authored al-Asma al-Husna wa-al-Sifat al-Ula (The Most Beautiful Names and Exalted Attributes), examining the theological and devotional dimensions of divine names and attributes, including topics such as repentance and divine mercy . His scholarly and publishing activities have been associated with Beirut, Lebanon .
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al-Kalimat al-Hisan fi Bayan Uluw al-Rahman (The Beautiful Words in Explaining the Highness of the Merciful) is a treatise on Islamic creed dedicated to affirming the divine attributes of highness (uluw) and aboveness (fawqiyyah) of God above His Throne and creation.