Question

Answer the following question in brief (40–50 words).

What are the principles of Islam?

Answer 1

The core practical principles are the Five Pillars of Islam:

1. Shahadah: Testify that ‘none has the right to be worshipped, but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger’.
2. Salah: Performing the five daily prayers.
3. Fasting: fasting during the month of Ramadan.
4. Zakat: Giving alms/charity to those in need.
5. Hajj: Pilgrimage to Mecca at least once if able.