Islam
Muslims believe in six articles of faith which are derived from revealed sources, the Qur'an and the Sunnah.
Beliefs
- Belief in one God (Allah), that is unique, infinite, transcendent, creator, and sustainer of all that exists.
- Belief in the eternal life of Hereafter.
- Belief in angels.
- Belief in Revelations from God, commonly known as belief in the Books From God.
- Belief in human messengers - prophets from God.
- Belief in the Decree and Plan of God.
Pillars of Islam
- Shahadah: the statement of faith.
- Salat: everyone is obliged to offer 5 daily worship prayers.
- Sawm: fasting during the month of "Ramadan," the 9th month of the Muslim lunar calendar. They must refrain from eating, drinking, and sexual practices from dawn until dusk.
- Zakat: sharing wealth.
- Hajj: pilgrimage.