Question
What is the meaning of Allah being Istiwa on the Arsh? Is Allah Ta'ala located on the Throne?
Answer
Allah Ta'ala is not a physical body as the beliefs of the Salafis imply. Verses such as Istiwa alal Arsh, Allah's Hand, Face, etc., are from the Mutashaabihaat (Allegorical) meanings. The Qur'aan states very clearly that only Allah knows the meanings of these terms. All theories proffered about these verses are personal opinion and conjecture. It is futile to become involved in theories and issues which no one can ever understand.
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- The Majlis Vol 23 No 04
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