The Five Pillars of Faith
The Five Pillars of Faith are five acts of worshipped required of all Muslims. They are the foundations of Muslims life like pillars being foundations of a building. They support.
The First Pillar of Faith-Shahada
The first pillar is a statement of faith. Muslims, at least, once in their lives, must state their faith by saying, "There is no god but God." Muslims say this when they accept Islam. They also say it in their daily prayers.
The Second Pillar of Faith-Salat
The Second Pillar of Faith is Salat, daily prayer. Muslims must pray five times a day; before sunrise, at midday, in late afternoon, right after sunset, and before going to bed. At each of these times, a call goes out from a mosque, inviting Muslims to come and pray. They believe prayer is proof that someone has accepted Allah.
The Third Pillar of Faith-Zakat
The Third Pillar of Faith, Zakat, is a yearly donation to charity. Muslims must pay part of their wealth to a religious official. The money is used to help the poor, build mosques, or pay debts.
The Fourth Pillar of Faith-Sawm
The Fourth Pillar of Faith, Sawm, is fasting. Muslims fast daily during the holy month of Ramadan. The Qur'an says Allah began his revelations during the month of Ramadan. Fasting reminds Muslims of people in the world who struggle to get enough food.
The Fifth Pillar of Faith-Hajj
The Fifth Pillar of Faith, hajj, is a pilgrimage to Mecca. All Muslims must travel to Mecca, at least once in their lives. The Kaaba, in Mecca, is Islam's most sacred place