The First Pillar of Islam

The testimony: There is no god worthy of worship except Allah

Shaykh Sâlih Sindî

Professor of Creed at the Islamic University of Madinah

• Book overview

The First Pillar of Islam – Shaykh Sâlih Sindî is an essential book for every Muslim wishing to deeply understand the meaning of the Shahada, the first pillar of Islam. This book details the linguistic and religious definition of the term “ilah” and the Shahada, the importance of this testimony of faith, and the proofs from the Quran and the Sunnah confirming its centrality.

• Meaning and conditions of the Shahada

Shaykh Sâlih Sindî explains the complete meaning of “La ilaha illa Allah”, its correct interpretation, obligatory conditions, and practical implications. He also clarifies the importance of affirming this testimony while rejecting its opposite, presenting the ten conditions required for its validity according to scholars.

• Nullifiers and common errors

The book The First Pillar of Islam – Shaykh Sâlih Sindî also addresses the nullifiers of the Shahada, which invalidate this testimony, such as polytheism or deliberate ignorance. The author refutes the errors of those who distort its meaning or neglect its conditions and concludes by emphasising the importance of sincerity and truthfulness in this testimony.

• A clear and methodical work

This book, The First Pillar of Islam – Shaykh Sâlih Sindî, stands out for its clear and educational style. It is an excellent resource for teaching, study circles, or individual study, to strengthen understanding of Tawhid and deepen faith. Thus, any reader wishing to return to the authentic foundations of Islam will find in this book a source of clarification and certainty.