Discover Islam
A faith of peace, compassion, and guidance for over 1.8 billion people worldwide
What is Islam?
Islam is a way of life based on the worship of one God (Allah) and following the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It emphasizes peace, justice, compassion, and spiritual growth through submission to the will of God.
"And We made from them leaders guiding by Our command"
- Quran 21:73
The Five Pillars of Islam
The foundation of Islamic practice and belief
Shahada
الشهادة
Declaration of faith in one God and Muhammad as His messenger
Salah
الصلاة
Five daily prayers connecting believers directly with Allah
Zakat
الزكاة
Charitable giving to help those in need and purify wealth
Sawm
الصوم
Fasting during Ramadan for spiritual purification and empathy
Hajj
الحج
Pilgrimage to Mecca once in a lifetime if able
Core Beliefs
The fundamental articles of faith in Islam
One God (Tawhid)
Belief in one, unique, incomparable God
Prophet Muhammad
Final messenger of God to humanity
The Quran
Final revelation from God, preserved unchanged
Angels
Spiritual beings created to serve and worship God
Day of Judgment
Accountability for our actions in this life
Divine Destiny
God's knowledge and plan for all creation
Islamic Values
Principles that guide Muslim life and character
Peace & Justice
Islam means peace and promotes justice for all
Compassion & Mercy
Following God's example of endless mercy
Knowledge & Wisdom
Seeking knowledge is an obligation in Islam
Community & Brotherhood
All believers are brothers and sisters
Environmental Care
Stewardship and protection of God's creation
Family Values
Strong family bonds and respect for parents
Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
The final messenger and perfect example for humanity
A Man of Character
Prophet Muhammad (570-632 CE) was known for his honesty, compassion, and wisdom even before receiving his prophetic mission.
He emphasized justice, kindness to all creation, care for the poor, and the pursuit of knowledge.
His life serves as a practical example of how to implement Islamic teachings in daily life.
"Indeed in the Messenger of Allah you have a good example"
- Quran 33:21
His Character Traits:
Did You Know?
Interesting facts about Islam and Islamic civilization
Islam is the world's second-largest religion with over 1.8 billion followers
The word 'Islam' comes from the Arabic root s-l-m, meaning peace and submission
Muslims pray facing Mecca (Qibla) to unite the global community in worship
The Quran has been memorized in its entirety by millions of people worldwide
Islamic civilization made significant contributions to science, medicine, and mathematics
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"And whoever seeks a religion other than Islam, it will never be accepted of him, and in the Hereafter he will be one of the losers."
- Quran 3:85