To learn the essence of Islam, a devout Muslim must practice the [5] Pillars of Islam in a complete lifecycle. Simply take a look below and explore each domain and go deeper in your study of Islam.
The Shahada (shahadah) is the Arabic term for the declaration of faith in one God (Allah) and His Final Messenger.
Salah (salat) is the Arabic term for the ritual prayer that is obligatory for Muslims to perform five times a day.
Sawm is the Arabic term used to describe the act of fasting. Muslims are required to fast during the month of Ramadan.
Zakat, or almsgiving, is incumbent upon every sane, adult Muslim who owns wealth (nisab), must pay 2.5% of that wealth as Zakat.
Hajj is a sacred pilgrimage performed by Muslims at the holy mosque Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, place during the month of Dhul Hijjah.
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