Some traditionists, jurists, and theologians describe faith through inward assent, verbal profession, and bodily actions. The implications of this formula differ: it does not follow that every scholar using it regards every omitted duty as total unbelief.
The text attributes a more severe connection between grave wrongdoing and unbelief to the Khārijites, while discussing the Muʿtazilī doctrine of the intermediate position. The current theological treatment emphasizes distinguishing basic assent from its duties and perfections.
A school's statement that “deeds enter faith” does not determine its full doctrine of excommunication. One must also ask how it uses the word faith and what it says about loss of faith.