In monotheism, Allah is the Arabic word for God, and refers to the same deity worshiped in Abrahamic religions such as Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Allah is considered the one and only God, the creator and sustainer of the universe, who is omniscient (knows everything), omnipotent (has all power), and benevolent (all-loving). Muslims believe that Allah is the only God and that there is no deity worthy of worship except Him, and that He has no partners, associates or equals. Muslims also believe that Allah has sent messengers and prophets to guide humanity towards righteousness, and that the final prophet and messenger of Allah is Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
The belief in Allah is a fundamental aspect of the Islamic faith. Muslims believe that Allah is the one and only God, who created the universe and everything in it, and who has complete control over everything that happens. Here are a few reasons why one should believe in Allah:
Rationality and logic:
The existence of a creator is a logical and rational conclusion for many people, as it is difficult to imagine that the complex and intricate universe we live in could have come into existence without a designer or a creator.
"Verily, in the creation of the heavens and the earth, and in the alternation of night and day, there are indeed signs for men of understanding. Those who remember Allah (always, and in prayers) standing, sitting, and lying down on their sides, and think deeply about the creation of the heavens and the earth, (saying): 'Our Lord! You have not created (all) this without purpose, glory to You! (Exalted be You above all that they associate with You as partners). Give us salvation from the torment of the Fire." (Quran 3:190-191)
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "There are one hundred (parts of) mercy for Allah and He has sent down out of these one part of mercy upon the jinn and human beings and animals and the insects, and it is because of this (one part) that they love one another, show kindness to one another and even the beast treats its young one with affection, and Allah has reserved ninety-nine parts of mercy with which He would treat His servants on the Day of Resurrection." (Sahih Muslim, Book 037, Hadith 6632)
Moral guidance:
Belief in Allah provides a moral compass for Muslims, guiding them towards right conduct and behavior that is pleasing to Allah. It encourages believers to be kind, just, merciful, and to help those in need.
"Indeed, Allah orders justice and good conduct and giving to relatives and forbids immorality and bad conduct and oppression. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be reminded." (Quran 16:90)
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "A prostitute was forgiven by Allah, because, passing by a panting dog near a well and seeing that the dog was about to die of thirst, she took off her shoe, and tying it with her head-cover she drew out some water for it. So, Allah forgave her because of that." (Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 38)
Purpose and meaning:
Belief in Allah gives believers a sense of purpose and meaning in life, as they believe that they have been created for a specific reason and that their actions will be judged in the afterlife.
"And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me." (Quran 51:56)
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "Allah says: 'I am just as My slaves think I am, (i.e. I am able to do for them what they think I can do for them).' " (Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 97, Hadith 15)
Comfort and hope:
Belief in Allah provides comfort and hope in difficult times, as Muslims believe that Allah is always with them, watching over them, and guiding them through life's challenges.
"Say, 'O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.'" (Quran 39:53)
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "If anybody makes a request to Allah for any need, Allah will give him one of the three things: Either He will give him what he asked for, or He will give him a reward equal to the requested thing, or He will store up for him a reward similar to that of the one who fasts." (Sunan At-Tirmidhi, Book 48, Hadith 3451)
Salvation:
Belief in Allah and following the teachings of Islam is believed to lead to salvation and eternal bliss in Jannah (Paradise), which is the ultimate goal of every Muslim.
"Whoever does righteousness, whether male or female, while he is a believer - We will surely cause him to live a good life, and We will surely give them their reward [in the Hereafter] according to the best of what they used to do." (Quran 16:97)
Narrated Abu Huraira: Allah's Messenger (ﷺ) said, "Allah said, 'I am to my servant as he thinks of Me, (i.e. I am able to do for him what he thinks I can do for him).'" (Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 97, Hadith 10)
It is worth noting that belief in Allah is a personal choice, and every individual has the right to believe or not to believe in Allah. Muslims believe that Allah has given humans free will and the ability to reason, and encourages them to seek knowledge and reflect on the world around them to come to their own conclusions about the existence of Allah.
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