EP#84: Have We Truly Understood La ilaha Illallah?

Join us for the latest episode of our Ramadan round-table series where we delve deep into the concept of Tawheed in Islam. In this thought-provoking discussion, we explore the profound meaning behind the statement of La ilaha Illallah, going beyond the mere acknowledgement of one Creator versus many. Tune in as we contemplate whether Muslims truly grasp the significance of this declaration, recognising its implications in a world where opposition to this fundamental belief is prevalent.
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0:00 Introduction
0:47 Conquest of Mecca
3:54 Is La Ilaha Ilalaha more than just the acknowledgement of a sole Creator?
10:44 Thawheed is a verbal noun
16:42 The Quraish understood exactly what the Kalima meant
19:30 The Shahada is a contract
22:03 What does it mean to worship?
30:02 In fact the Shahada is more than a contract!
38:29 The Elites feel threatened by Islam
42:01 Surah Al-Fath
45:11 Why do some Muslims play down the importance of the Khilafah?
56:46 Final thoughts