Islam - The Five Pillars Of Islam Flashcards
Shahadah
The declaration of faith and the belief of one God, Allah
Salah
Praying five times a day at specific times. This is a constant reminder of the importance of Allah invthe life of a Muslim
Zakah
An act of worship, which means donating a percentage of one’s wealth to charity. This creates a bond between rich and poor
Sawm
Fasting
Hajj
Pilgrimage to Mecca
Shahadah description
Allah is the focus of their belief
Muhammad is the perfect example to follow
Salah description
Men go to the mosque, women stay home
Shoes removed
Wuzu is carried out
Sawm description
No eating, drinking, sexual relations, TV or video games
Considerable behaviour
Zakah description
Those who can give 2.5% of income to charity or their mosque
Hajj description
Go to Mecca Circle the great mosque 7 times Drink from the zamzam well Walk between the hills As-Safa and Al-Marwa 7 times Pray from noon until sunset Throw 7 pebbles at the 3 jamarat Have a feast of sacrifice Pray at the prophet’s mosque Visit the great mosque