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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Islamic Culture and Religious Studies Book - 3 Introduction To Chapter One In The Name Of Allah (S.W.T.), the Beneficent, the Merciful TAWHEED Monotheism In the past two books, we have studied the need for a God to be accountable to and spoken of the importance of believing in the Oneness of God, which is the foundation stone of our faith. In this first chapter of our third book, we will begin our study by looking into the concept of 'Cause and Effect'.

After this, we will discuss how to prove the existence of God. These are extremely important topics that cannot be taken lightly. We should keep in mind that in order to make any progress in gaining the pleasure and nearness of Allah (S.W.T.), we must first be willing to put the effort towards achieving this aim. We must open our hearts as well as our minds to receive this information and only then will we be able to convert Imaan (faith) into Yaqeen (Conviction).

Munaajat Sing to the Lord O my Merciful Lord! Whose sweet name all tongues mention, The entire world is warm and bright because of Your warmth and wonderful lights. We need only to glance at the mountains, jungles, deserts and oceans, To find You more visible than visibility itself! You are hidden from our eyes, but our eyes have gained sight from You. I sacrifice my life, my self, to You O Lord, who is hidden and invisible.

In the heavens above and the earth, O Lord, how can I describe the beauty that you have created? Birds came to being because of You, colored flowers and beautiful gardens came into existence at Your command. The universe enjoys the sounds of waterfalls and You are the spring of it The world accepts orders from You alone, because You are the continuous Cherisher of our needs. You are ever generous, independent, merciful, One who solves every soul's problems and caretaker of us all.

You are the most kind; You are the Best of all bests; You give company to every heart, and every spirit derives its purity from You. You are Ever-Forgiving and Merciful. O Lord, enlighten my spirit through Your divine light, make my tongue busy with Your dhikr (remembrance) O my Lord, free my inner spirit and make my heart anxious to meet You! 1 Lesson 1 : Cause and Effect You walk past a tree and see the leaves on its branches gently stirring as the wind kisses them.

Your eyes appreciate the beautiful scene but consider this - what about the underlying message of this simple natural phenomenon?