Muslims believe that the Shema emphasizes the oneness of God and does not include Jesus as part of God's identity.

The Shema, found in Deuteronomy 6:4-5, is a declaration of the oneness of God that is central to Jewish faith. However, Jesus, in His teachings, incorporates this declaration while also affirming His unique role within the Godhead. In Mark 12:29-31, Jesus cites the Shema as the greatest commandment, emphasizing the love for God. Yet, He goes further by quoting Psalm 110:1, which illustrates His authority and divine status as the Messiah, indicating that He is not merely a prophet but part of the divine identity. This expansion of the Shema into what some scholars call 'Christological monotheism' suggests that Jesus is integral to understanding the nature of God, as He is both fully divine and fully human, fulfilling the role of Savior and Lord. Therefore, the Christian interpretation of the Shema does not contradict its original meaning but rather enriches it by incorporating the revelation of Jesus as part of the one true God.