Pillars of Islam, practicing the Islamic faith

السيرة النبوية

Pillars of Islam, practicing the Islamic faith

The Islamic religion is based on five pillars that a Muslim must perform.

 1

Shahada

Uttering (verbally saying) the creed of Islam (there is no God but Allah and Muhammad is a messenger of Allah)

 2

Salat

Performing daily prescribed prayers

 3

Siyam

Fasting the lunar month of Ramadan

 4

Zakat

Paying alms as charity once a year

 5

Hajj

Pilgrimage to the Sacred Mosque (the House of God) in Makkah once in a life time for those who have the physical and financial ability

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