He is One — without partner

Allah is the proper name of God in Arabic. He has no son, no daughter, no partner, no equal. 'There is nothing like unto Him.' (42:11)

He is the Creator and Sustainer

Everything you see — the sky, your body, every breath — is from Him. He has no need of you; you have absolute need of Him.

He is Most Merciful

Every chapter of the Qur'an (except one) opens with: 'In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful.' His mercy precedes His anger.

Today's Action

Recite Surah al-Ikhlas (Sūrah 112) — only four short verses summarising who Allah is. Try to memorise it.

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