Islamic Practices

Question 1

1. Shahadah (Sunni and Shia)

Answer 1

Sunni: “There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is the Prophet of Allah.”
Shi’a: “There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is the Prophet of Allah and Ali is the friend of God.”

Question 2

2. Salah

Answer 2

“Those who believe and do righteous deeds and establish prayer will have their reward with their Lord.” (Qur’an 2:277)

Question 3

3. Sawm

Answer 3

“Ramadan is the month in which the Qur’an was revealed… So any of you who sees that month should fast.” (Qur’an 2:185)

Question 4

4. Zakah

Answer 4

“Be steadfast in prayer and giving.” (Qur’an 2:110)

Question 5

5. Hajj

Answer 5

“Pilgrimage to the House is a duty owed to God by those who are able.” (Qur’an 3:97)

Question 6

6. Jihad

Answer 6

“This is My path, leading straight, so follow it.” (Qur’an 6:153)

Question 7

7. Festival of Ashura

Answer 7

“Whoever visits the shrine of Imam Hussain is like visiting God.” (Imam Reza)