5 Pillars of Islam

Question 1

Shahadah

Answer 1

To believe that there is only one god and that Muhammad is his/her messenger. In order to officially become Muslim you have to say the Shahadah in front of witnesses.

Question 2

Salah

Answer 2

To pray five times a day. Muslims can pray whenever they want, but there are five set prayers, so Allah (God) is remembered through the day.

Question 3

Sawm

Answer 3

To fast during the month of Ramadan, during this month Muslims also refrain from sexual relations. Sawm is meant to build up Muslims’ self-discipline. This is also a sacrifice to Allah.

Question 4

Zakah

Answer 4

To give money to charity/ help the less fortunate. This stops Muslims from being greedy. Also, like Sawm it is a sacrifice to Allah.

Question 5

Hajj

Answer 5

To go on a pilgrimage to the city of Mecca once in their lifetime (if possible). This shows that they are thinking about Allah.