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Islam
Islam, one of the world's three major monotheistic religions, teaches the oneness of God (known in Arabic as Allah), who revealed his message through a succession of prophets—the prophets of the Jewish tradition, including Jesus—and finally through Muhammad (c. 570–632 CE). "Muslim" is the term used to describe people who believe in Islam and follow its practices. The primary religious text of Islam is the Quran, which contains God's revelations to humanity, delivered by the Angel Gabriel to Muhammad (SWT) over a period of many years.
The Quran is a complex work. Many Muslims spend time studying its words, stories, and instructions, as well as various scholarly interpretations, to better understand God’s message.
"The term 'Allah' carries a profound meaning, being the appropriate name for the Divine and representing Him as the supreme authority worthy of veneration. It symbolizes the deity to whom all beings worship, extolling His greatness and seeking comfort and help in times of trouble. This divine name encapsulates all His glorious attributes in a single word."
The Five Pillars of Islam
The Five Pillars of Islam are the foundations of Islamic faith and practice, and represent the duties that every Muslim must follow:
1. Shahada : This is the declaration of faith, where the Muslim affirms belief in the oneness of God (Allah) and that Muhammad is his messenger. The phrase "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is his Prophet" reflects this central belief in Islam.
2. Salah (Daily Prayers) : Muslims perform five daily prayers at specific times: dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset, and night. Prayers are a way of connecting directly with God and are performed facing Mecca.
3. Zakat (Charity) : Zakat is an obligation to give a portion of one’s accumulated wealth and assets to those in need. It is usually a contribution of 2.5% of one’s annual wealth, and is intended to purify one’s assets and help reduce social inequality.
4. Sawm (Fasting in Ramadan) : During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to dusk, abstaining from food, drink and other pleasures. Fasting is an act of spiritual discipline, self-control and empathy for the less fortunate.
5. Hajj : Hajj is the pilgrimage to Mecca, which every Muslim must perform at least once in his or her lifetime, if he or she is financially and physically able. The pilgrimage takes place in the 12th month of the Islamic calendar and is an act of devotion and seeking forgiveness.
Mohammad(SWT)
Prophet Muhammad (SWT), born in Mecca around 570 AD, is considered the last messenger of God in Islam. Known for his integrity, he began receiving divine revelations at the age of 40, which formed the Quran. His central message was the worship of one God, Allah, and the end of idolatry, which initially generated strong resistance in Mecca. Despite adversity, Muhammad (SWT) gained followers and, after migrating to Medina, managed to unify the Arabian Peninsula under Islam.
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