A Study of Islamic Thought in the Perspective of the Islamic Concept of Tawhid: A Linguistic Orientation

The role of language cannot be ignored in any sphere of human life. It is language itself which makes certain ideas, thoughts and concepts absolute and universal. The concept of Tawhid is unique, absolute, fundamental and highly significant in Islam. It works in the Islamic faith as a spirit in human body. The study highlights the deep influence of highly esteemed Islamic concept of Tawhid on the growth of Islamic thought through Islamic conceptualization, and review the intellectual underpinnings in the linguistic perspective. The concept of Tawhid undoubtedly refers to the absolute oneness of Allah Almighty. It plays a vital role in multiple dimensions of human life and helps formulating the theological, philosophical and intellectual worldview within the boundaries of Islamic culture, values and traditions. The study explores multiple dimensions of Islamic thought, highlighting different ways through which Tawhidic dimensions of Islamic belief system govern the behavior of a Muslim.