Definition of Tawheed (Islamic Monotheism) - Yasir Qadhi | February 2009

Shaykh Yasir Qadhi academically explains the definition of Tawheed (Islamic Monotheism) from the knowledge of Qur'an and Sunnah; the authentic traditions of Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him)

Filmed in London in February 2009 at the AlMaghrib Seminar - Light of Guidance: Fundamentals of Faith.

Before a student of knowledge masters the complexities of Arabic grammar, the intricacies of fiqh, or the details of hadeeth criticism, he or she must have firm knowledge and belief in the fundamentals of our deen. Our 'aqeedah is the pillar by which our deen stands firm, the fertile land from which all of our actions blossom, and it is the foundation from which all other Islamic sciences grow.

'Aqeedah is linguistically derived from the term 'aqadah' - a verb which means "to hold fast to" or "to establish". According to our scholars, 'aqeedah is the firm creed and beliefs that one's heart is fixed upon without any wavering or doubt. Are we certain about these beliefs to which our hearts should be tied? How well do we know the fundamental tenets of Islam, relating to our eman in Allah (swt), in the prophets, the books, the angels, the Last day and Qadr [fate]?