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Islam is a monotheistic Abrahamic religion that teaches the worship of one God (Allah) and the belief in Muhammad as the final prophet in a long line that includes Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus (peace be upon them all). It is the second-largest religion in the world, with over 1.9 billion followers known as Muslims.

Core Beliefs:
Islam is based on five core beliefs:

Belief in Allah – the one and only God, without partners or equals.

Belief in Angels – spiritual beings created by God to carry out His commands.

Belief in the Prophets – messengers sent by God to guide humanity.

Belief in the Divine Books – including the Torah, Psalms, Gospel, and the final and preserved book: the Qur’an.

Belief in the Day of Judgment – when all people will be held accountable for their deeds.

The Five Pillars of Islam:
<ol><li> Shahada (Faith) – Declaring “There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah.”
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<ol><li> Salat (Prayer) – Performing five daily prayers.
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<ol><li> Zakat (Charity) – Giving to the needy, typically 2.5% of one’s savings annually.
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<ol><li> Sawm (Fasting) – Abstaining from food, drink, and sin from dawn to sunset during Ramadan.
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<ol><li> Hajj (Pilgrimage) – Traveling to Mecca at least once in a lifetime if financially and physically able.
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The Qur’an:
The Qur’an is the holy book of Islam, believed to be the literal word of God as revealed to Muhammad (peace be upon him) over 23 years. It is written in Arabic and is regarded as a complete guide for life.

Ethics and Way of Life:
Islam promotes values such as:

Justice and compassion

Respect for parents and neighbors

Charity, honesty, and humility

Avoidance of harm, injustice, and oppression

Islam also emphasizes that life is a test and that true success lies in living according to God's guidance.

<ul><li> By Abu Abdillah Muhammad Ainul Huda</p></li></ul>

Answered by: Suraiya Taibah al-Huda

Date: 2025-05-14 20:36:44