Allah is self-sufficient and does not need a partner, as stated by Muhammad.

The assertion that Allah is self-sufficient and has no partners is a central tenet in Islamic theology, as expressed in the Quran and Hadith. However, the teachings of Muhammad indicate a different reality where the prophet's authority and commands are integral to the practice of Islam. For example, the Quran states that the only religion acceptable to Allah is Islam, which requires complete submission to both Allah and Muhammad. This dual submission raises questions about the true nature of Allah's self-sufficiency. If Allah requires adherence to Muhammad's teachings and commands, it implies a dependency that contradicts the claim of being self-sufficient. Furthermore, the emphasis on performing actions solely for Allah, while simultaneously being commanded to follow Muhammad, creates a paradox in Islamic belief. Thus, the elevation of Muhammad's status within Islam challenges the notion of Allah's absolute self-sufficiency and monotheism.