Effect of Philosophical Thoughts on Fakhr Razi’s View of Kasb (Acquisition) Theory

Theory of Kasb (Acquisition) presented by Ash'ari theologians to explain the relationship between voluntary action of man (subject), and God. According to this theory, voluntary action, like other creatures have been created by the Will and Power of God and man's role in his actions is defined only as a kasib. This theory is based on several principles that are in conflict with some philosophical principles. In spite of accepting many theological foundations of Ash'arites even belief in acts of worship as created beings and lack of free will in man’s acts, Fakhr Razi has presented a different view of the theory of kasb, due to his acceptance of the philosophical teachings. In some cases he not only refused to accept the theory of kasb but also introduced the theory as a nominal one and value-free.