Pillars Of Islam

Question 1

Shahada

Answer 1

Central proclamation of Muslims
There is no God but allah and Mohammed is his messenger
Said to babies when they are born and just before death.
Saying it is a requirement to be coming Muslim if you say it and mean it.

Question 2

Salaat

Answer 2

The five ritualised daily prayers Muslims offer to Allah

Recited is facing the Ka’ba in Makkah

Question 3

Zakaat

Answer 3

Charity or almsgiving

An obligatory tax of 2.5% of a Muslims wage to be given to the poor, orphaned, widows, needy, prisoners, and slaves

Question 4

Sawm

Answer 4

During the holy month of Ramadan from sunrise to sunset Muslims are to fast
Eid al fitr - celebration of Ramadan 2 most holy days
Unless unable
Meaning: to allow Muslims too sick nearness to God, express gratitude and dependence on him, atone for past sins, remind them of the needy

Question 5

Hajj

Answer 5

The pilgrimage to Mecca Muslims are in courage to make at least once in their life time
Traditions i.e. Twaf- circling the Ka’ba 7 times

Question 6

What are the pillars of Islam

Answer 6

Foundational supports to Islam beliefs and practices, the duties Moslems have to perform to God