Tawheed is understood in three parts:
- Oneness of Lordship: Recognizing that Allāh alone is the Creator and Provider, who manages all aspects of existence.
- Oneness of Worship: Directing every act of worship—such as prayer, gratitude, and love—exclusively to Allāh.
- Oneness of Names and Attributes: Understanding and affirming Allāh’s names and qualities as described in Islamic teachings, without altering or comparing them to creation.
Tawheed is the foundation of Islam and emphasizes that Allāh is distinct from His creation. This belief shapes a Muslim’s devotion and commitment to worshiping Allāh alone as the sole, worthy object of worship.