The five pillars of Islam

Everything in the world has some basic properties. The five pillars of Islam are the fundamental religious practices that are considered obligatory for all Muslims.

Shahada- Shahada is the declaration of faith in Islam. For those who believe in Islam and want to become Muslims, the basic task for taking Shahada is reciting the Kalima. If one recites the Kalima with a firm belief then he will be considered a Muslim. It is the most fundamental and essential pillar of Islam.

Salah- Salah is obligatory for a Muslim after reciting the Shahada to join Islam. Muslims are required to perform five daily prayers at specific times throughout the day. Prayer protects people from wrongdoing and immorality. These prayers involve a set of physical movements and recitations of verses from the Quran.

Zakat- Islam encourages Muslims to stand by each other. Allah Ta'ala has made introductory provisions for financial assistance, especially to needy people. This Islamic law is the system of Zakat. Zakat is an economic system that will reduce the number of poor people globally through proper assessment.

Fasting(Sawm)- The importance and significance of fasting are immense among the laws given by Allah. Fasting helps people to be patient. We can be patient by abstaining from drinking all day for a month in a year, abstaining from wives, all wrongful actions, obscene talk, etc. In the month of Ramadan, Allah Ta'ala has given us an offer of good deeds.

 

Hajj- The importance of Hajj for those who are financially well-off is immeasurable. Muslims who are physically and financially able are required to make a pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca at least once in their lifetime.

All the basic rules that Allah Ta'ala has given to humans after sending them to the earth, each rule serves as a good guideline for humans to live as human beings. The five pillars serve as a framework for leading a meaningful and righteous life in accordance with Islamic teachings. By fulfilling these five pillars, we demonstrate our submission to Allah and our commitment to our faith.