Aban bn Taghlib: A Theologian of Twelver Hadith Scholars

Aban bn Taghlib is one of the prominent companions of Imam Baqir and Imam Sadiq praised in the Shia and Sunni sources. Historical data show that he, more than anyone else, paid attention to Islamic jurisprudence. However, the present paper, with analytical approach, attempts to show that he, in addition to fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), was an expert in Islamic theology and very well at it. The authors of the present paper try to present Taghlib’s theological concerns through his reliance on the revelation while explaining Shia’s intellectual principles in detail, defending its teachings, and its ability to respond to questions raised by Shia and others, correct approach to dubious (religious) questions, using large volumes of religious narratives.