Summary of Sunni concepts
Methods that lead to the knowledge that there is no god but God
God Almighty says, “Know that there is no god but God.”
This knowledge of this great word has methods and means, the most important of which are
First, consider the names and attributes of God Almighty that indicate His perfection and greatness
It produces good deification and devotion to God, to whom belongs all praise, glory, majesty, and beauty
Secondly, knowledge of God’s lordship and uniqueness in creation and management
This results in realizing his uniqueness and deserving of divinity
Thirdly, knowledge that he is gifted with religious and worldly blessings, both apparent and hidden
This results in the heart’s attachment to God and love for Him
Fourth, knowing the descriptions of idols and equals other than God
Realizing that she is incomplete in all aspects and poor in essence
It does not possess for itself or for its worshipers any benefit, harm, death, life, or resurrection
Knowing all of this results in realizing that there is no god but God and the invalidity of anything other than Him
Fifthly, it is necessary to contemplate the Book of God Almighty
This results in complete knowledge of the oneness of God and His uniqueness in worship
Sixth: Consider the guidance of the messengers and prophets and their sincerity in monotheizing God and worshiping Him
Seventh, consider the signs of God seen in souls and horizons
All of them indicate the greatest significance of monotheism and bear witness to the oneness of the Maker and the wonderfulness of His work in the universe
Each of these paths leads to the knowledge that there is no god but God
So what if they come together and collude, then faith becomes firmly established in the heart of the believing servant?
Knowledge of the meaning of the word monotheism