Allah—‘there is no god worthy of worship except Allah’. One source suggests that four Arabic words are needed to help a Muslim to appreciate more fully what this means: ilah = Deity, God; One to be worshipped; One who has power to satisfy your needs and answer your prayer; One who is in control of your affairs; One who can comfort you, provide protection and support you. rabb = Lord, Master and owner; sustainer, provider and guardian; sovereign, ruler and administrator. Ibadah = Worship and devotion;