"Allah" is the Arabic word for God in Islam. It is a term used by Muslims around the world to refer to the Supreme Being who is the creator, sustainer, and ruler of the universe. Here are some key points about Allah in Islamic belief:

  1. Monotheism: Islam is strictly monotheistic, meaning Muslims believe in the existence of only one God. Allah is singular and unique, and there is no deity worthy of worship except Him.

  2. Attributes of Allah: In Islam, Allah is described by 99 names or attributes, each reflecting a different aspect of His nature. These include Al-Rahman (The Most Merciful), Al-Rahim (The Most Compassionate), Al-Malik (The King), and Al-Quddus (The Holy).

  3. Creation and Sustenance: Muslims believe that Allah is the creator of everything in the universe and that He sustains and maintains it. He is omnipotent (all-powerful) and omniscient (all-knowing).

  4. Guidance: Allah provides guidance to humanity through prophets and revealed scriptures, the most significant being the Quran, which Muslims believe to be the literal word of God revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

  5. Judgment: On the Day of Judgment, Muslims believe that Allah will judge all human beings based on their deeds and intentions, determining their eternal destiny in the afterlife.

  6. Mercy and Forgiveness: Allah is known for His infinite mercy and willingness to forgive. Muslims seek His forgiveness and mercy through prayer, repentance, and righteous actions.

  7. Worship: The primary way Muslims worship Allah is through the Five Pillars of Islam, which include the declaration of faith (Shahada), prayer (Salah), fasting during Ramadan (Sawm), giving alms (Zakat), and pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj).