Simple Lessons On Tawhid (Introduction)

Simple Lessons On Tawhid (Introduction)

I am pleased to initiate this new educational series titled: (Simple Lessons on Tawhind).

In this series, I aim to explore, Insha Allah, certain aspects that run counter to Tawhid or compromise its essential perfection, as an Arabic poet said:

“By contrasting opposing elements, the true nature of things becomes evident.”

If one understands the falsehood he can protect himself against its consequences, and this echoes the Quranic wisdom:

.وَكَذَلِكَ نُفَصِّلُ الْآيَاتِ وَلِتَسْتَبِينَ سَبِيلُ الْمُجْرِمِينَ﴾ [الأنعام: 55])

﴾ This is how We make Our signs clear, so the way of the wicked may become distinct ﴿ [Al-An'am: 55].

In this introductory segment, I will elucidate the significance behind the assertion of scholars: "This action contradicts Tawhid," and their declaration: "It contradicts its required perfection."

When scholars claim an action contradicts Tawhid, it implies that the actor veers away from Tawhid, venturing into either shirk (associating partners with Allah) or kufr (disbelief). For instance, the act of supplicating to entities other than Allah, constitutes a form of shirk that contradicts Tawhid.

On the other hand, when scholars state an action contradicts the required perfection of Tawhid, they mean that the actor has engaged in minor shirk, involving a prohibited action. However, this action does not completely nullify Tawhid; Tawhid persists but is diminished due to the forbidden act. An example is swearing an oath by something other than Allah, an impermissible act and minor shirk, yet it does not expel one from the realm of Tawhid.

In a previous series (Simplifying the Fundamentals of Aqidah (Creed)), we delved into the essence of Tawhid, its various manifestations, and the significance of the phrase "La ilaha illallah." We also discussed the factors leading to deviation from Tawhid towards shirk.

For those who might have missed it, the content is available on my Telegram channel.

I would like to extend an invitation to anyone facing challenges or seeking discussion to reach out privately through the provided contact number at the end of this message.

May Allah guide us all through His mercy, steering us towards virtuous speech and actions. He is the All-Hearing, the Responsive. Peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad and his family.