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PILLARS OF ISLAM

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  SHAHADAH

  (Faith)
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  SALAH

  (Prayer)
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  ZAKAT

  (Almsgiving)
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  SAWM

  (Fasting)
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  HAJI

  (Pilgrimage)

The Five Pillars of Islam are the foundation of a Muslim’s faith and practice. They represent the core beliefs and obligations that guide the spiritual and daily lives of Muslims around the world. The first pillar, Shahadah (Declaration of Faith), is the testimony that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, and Muhammad is His final messenger. This belief affirms the oneness of God and the central role of the Prophet Muhammad in Islam. The second pillar, Salah (Prayer), requires Muslims to perform five daily prayers at prescribed times, fostering a direct link with Allah and encouraging discipline and mindfulness throughout the day. The third pillar, Zakat (Almsgiving), is a mandatory act of charity in which eligible Muslims donate a fixed portion of their wealth—usually 2.5%—to help those in need, promoting economic equality and social justice. The fourth pillar, Sawm (Fasting during Ramadan), involves abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs from dawn to sunset during the holy month, cultivating self-control, empathy for the less fortunate, and spiritual reflection. The fifth pillar, Hajj (Pilgrimage to Mecca), is a once-in-a-lifetime obligation for Muslims who are physically and financially able, symbolizing unity, humility, and submission to Allah. Together, these pillars form the spiritual architecture of Islam, shaping a Muslim’s relationship with God, community, and self.