The Five Pillars are:

Shahada (Faith)

• The declaration of faith: “There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His Messenger.”
• This testimony affirms the core belief in the oneness of God (Tawhid) and the prophethood of Muhammad (PBUH).

Salah (Prayer)

Muslims are required to perform five daily prayers at specific times:

• Fajr (dawn),
• Dhuhr (midday),
• Asr (afternoon),
• Maghrib (sunset),
• Isha (night).

These prayers connect Muslims to Allah throughout the day and are a form of worship and remembrance.

Zakat (Charity)

• Muslims are obligated to give a portion (typically 2.5%) of their savings to those in need.
• Zakat purifies wealth and helps reduce poverty by redistributing resources within the Muslim community.

Sawm (Fasting)

• Fasting during the month of Ramadan is a key practice.
• Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs.
• This act encourages spiritual growth, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate.

Hajj (Pilgrimage)

• Every Muslim who is physically and financially able is required to perform the pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in their lifetime.
• The pilgrimage includes a series of rituals performed over several days and serves as a symbol of unity, equality, and submission to Allah.