Māturīdī Creed
A parallel Sunni theological school that shares the core creed of the Ashʿarīs with nuance in argumentation and emphasis.
Historical Development
Developed concurrently with Ashʿarī theology in the 3rd-4th centuries AH.
Became the predominant theological tradition in Central Asia and among Ḥanafī scholars.
Achieved widespread influence through the Ottoman Empire and its scholars.
Remains particularly influential in Turkey, Central Asia, and South Asian Islamic communities.
Continues as a major Sunni theological school alongside Ashʿarism.