What are the Five Pillars of Islam
- The belief (Imaan) that there is no God to be worshiped except Allaah (the one God) and that Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) is his messenger.
- Performing the prescribed prayers ( Salaat ), five times a day.
- Fasting (Siyaam) once a year, from sunrise to sunset throughout the entire month of Ramadaan.
- Charity (Zakaat) which is paid to the poor and needy once every year.
- Hajj, which is the pilgrimage to Mecca once in a lifetime if one is physically able and can afford it financially.
Pillars are a part of a building. Usually a pillar holds the building in its standing position as the Five Pillars of Islam are to hold a human being from falling apart and losing faith. If you would like a more detailed description of the Five Pillars and their meanings, you can click here.
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