Tag: Divine unity

Philosophy and Logic

How does affirming that the Divine Attributes are identical with God’s Essence accord with tawḥīd?

Affirming that the Divine Attributes are identical with God’s Essence does not deny that God possesses those attributes. Rather, it…

Ahl al-Bayt and Islamic History

Is Appealing to the Imams in Conflict with Divine Oneness?

Appealing to the Imams is not in conflict with divine oneness. The key to resolving this puzzle is understanding the…

Ethics and Spirituality

The Worshipper’s Witness to Divine Oneness

When a worshipper declares in prayer, “I bear witness that there is no god but God,” they attain a direct…

Quran and Exegesis

Explaining the Names of Sūrat al-Ikhlāṣ: The Treasure, Foundation, Protection and Healing

Sūrat al-Ikhlāṣ, which speaks of God’s oneness and attributes, is known by many names, including al-Asās (the Foundation), al-Amān (Safety),…