To explore the importance of Tawhid. To assess its importance. Flag of Saudi Arabia – has the Shahadah on it. Do Now: Read the Shahadah. What key Muslim belief is expressed here? Why is this declaration so important? What is the greatest sin associated with the opposite of this belief? Shahadah – First Pillar of Islam (declaration of faith) "There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is his messenger." This is the basic statement of the Islamic faith: anyone who cannot recite this wholeheartedly is not a Muslim.

If Shirk is the greatest sin then Tawhid must be the greatest truth. Is a central teaching in the Quran as this is the revealed word of Allah and is central to a Muslims life, Tawhid must be a teaching which should underpin all belief and practice. If Shirk is the greatest sin then Tawhid must be the greatest truth. It is part of the Shahadah and therefore is recited at birth, death, conversion, prayer etc. Therefore underpins all Muslim belief and practice. “Surely the religion (i.e. the worship and the obedience) is for Allah only. And those who take Protectors (helpers, lords, gods) besides Him (say): “We worship them only that they may bring us near to Allah.” Verily Allah will judge between them concerning that wherein they differ. Truly, Allah guides not him who is a liar, and a disbeliever.” [Az-Zumar 39:3]

Read p.17&18 of the pre reading pack. Explore Muslim beliefs about Tawhid (8 Marks) Assess the impact of Tawhid on Muslim lives. (9 Marks).

Consolidation: Define the following Key terms. Tawhid Shirk Shahadah Ummah Extension: How do each of these key terms link to the concept of Tawhid?