Tawhid SS1 Islamic Studies Lesson Note

Tawhid is the most important belief in Islam. The word “Tawhid” means believing that there is only one God. Muslims call God “Allah.” Tawhid is about knowing that Allah is the only one who should be worshipped and that nothing else is like Him.

The Three Types of Tawhid

1. Tawhid of Lordship (Tawhid ar-Rububiyyah)

This means believing that Allah is the only creator of everything. He made the sky, earth, mountains, oceans, plants, animals, and people. Allah takes care of everything He created. He gives us food, water, and air. He makes the sun rise and set. He sends rain to help plants grow.

Nothing happens in this world without Allah’s knowledge and permission. Allah is in control of everything, big and small. He does not need help from anyone to run the universe.

2. Tawhid of Worship (Tawhid al-Uluhiyyah)

This means that we should only worship Allah alone. We should not pray to statues, people, angels, or anything else. All our prayers, fasting, giving to charity, and good deeds should be for Allah only.

When Muslims pray five times a day, they are showing that they worship only Allah. When they give money to people who need help, they do it because Allah told them to be kind. Everything they do is to please Allah.

3. Tawhid of Allah’s Names and Attributes (Tawhid al-Asma wa-Sifat)

This means believing in all the beautiful names and special qualities of Allah that are mentioned in the Quran and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Allah has 99 special names that tell us about Him.

Some of these names are:

– Ar-Rahman (The Most Merciful)

– Al-Alim (The All-Knowing)

– As-Sami (The All-Hearing)

– Al-Basir (The All-Seeing)

– Al-Qadir (The All-Powerful)

We learn that Allah is kind, fair, wise, and forgiving. Nothing is like Allah. We cannot compare Him to His creation.

Why is Tawhid Important?

Tawhid is the foundation of being a Muslim. Without Tawhid, other good deeds may not be accepted. The first thing Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught people was Tawhid.

When we understand Tawhid:

– We feel peaceful because we know Allah is taking care of us

– We know who to ask for help when we have problems

– We live our lives trying to please Allah

– We treat all people with respect because we know Allah created everyone

– We don’t fear anyone except Allah

Tawhid in Daily Life

Muslims remember Tawhid throughout the day:

– When they say “Bismillah” (In the name of Allah) before eating or starting something new

– When they say “Alhamdulillah” (All praise belongs to Allah) when good things happen

– When they say “La ilaha illa Allah” (There is no god but Allah) in their prayers

Muslims try to think about Tawhid in everything they do. This helps them remember that Allah is always watching and that they should do good things to please Him.

Signs of Tawhid in Nature

When we look at the world around us, we can see signs that point to Tawhid:

– The sun rises and sets at exact times

– The stars and planets move in perfect orbits

– Our bodies work in amazing ways with hearts pumping blood without us thinking about it

– Plants grow from tiny seeds into big trees that give us fruit

– Animals know how to find food and build homes without being taught

The order and beauty we see in nature show that there must be one powerful creator behind everything.

Opposite of Tawhid: Shirk

Shirk is the opposite of Tawhid. Shirk means making partners with Allah or worshipping something other than Allah. Muslims believe shirk is the biggest sin.

Examples of shirk include:

– Praying to statues or idols

– Thinking that lucky charms can protect you

– Believing that stars or planets control your life

– Obeying someone when they tell you to do something wrong

Muslims try very hard to stay away from all forms of shirk.

How to Strengthen Tawhid

To make our belief in Tawhid stronger:

– Learn about Allah’s names and think about what they mean

– Read the Quran and understand its teachings

– Look at the wonders of nature and think about who created them

– Remember Allah often throughout the day

– Do good deeds with the intention of pleasing Allah

– Stay away from sins

Conclusion

Tawhid is the most important teaching in Islam. It means believing that Allah is one, with no partners. He alone created everything, and He alone deserves worship. Understanding Tawhid helps Muslims live better lives, knowing that Allah is watching over them and caring for them. Every Muslim strives to keep Tawhid in their heart and show it through their actions.