Tauheed & Faith

The foundation of Islam rests upon the belief in the Oneness of Allah (Tauheed). Every Muslim must adhere to specific "Articles of Faith" (Iman-e-Mufassal) to be considered a believer. This belief system governs the spiritual and practical life of a Muslim.

• Tauheed (Oneness): Belief in the absolute unity of Allah.
• Risalat (Prophethood): Belief in all Prophets, from Adam (A.S) to Muhammad (PBUH).
• Mala'ika (Angels): Belief in the celestial beings created from light.
• Kutub (Divine Books): Belief in the scriptures revealed by Allah.
• Akhirat (The Hereafter): Belief in life after death and the Day of Judgment.
• Qadr (Predestination): Belief that all good and evil power comes from Allah.

• Shirk is considered the only unforgivable sin in Islam if a person dies without repenting for it.
• Tauheed-ar-Rububiyyah refers to the belief that Allah is the sole Creator and Provider of the universe.
• Tauheed-al-Uluhiyyah refers to the belief that Allah is the only one worthy of worship.
• Iman-e-Mujmal is the brief declaration of faith, while Iman-e-Mufassal is the detailed declaration covering all articles of faith.
• The phrase "Khatam-un-Nabiyyin" in the Quran confirms that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is the final Prophet sent to humanity.

• Q: What is the opposite of Tauheed?
• A: Shirk (associating partners with Allah).
• Q: How many "Articles of Faith" are there in Islam?
• A: 6 (Tauheed, Angels, Books, Prophets, Hereafter, Predestination).
• Q: What does the term "Risalat" mean?
• A: Prophethood.
• Q: Which Kalima is known as the "Kalima of Tauheed"?
• A: The First Kalima (Kalima Tayyaba).

"Which of the following terms refers to the belief in the finality of the Prophethood of Muhammad (PBUH)?"

A) Tauheed

B) Khatm-e-Nabuwwat

C) Akhirat

D) Risalat

(Correct: B - Khatm-e-Nabuwwat)