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Q: What is Islam? A: Muslims believe in one God and in the Day of Judgment and individual accountability for actions. Muslims believe in a chain of prophets beginning with Adam and including Noah, Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Job, Moses, David, Solomon and Jesus. God's message was reaffirmed and finalized by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Islam is a religion of peace, mercy and forgiveness. Muslims pray in a mosque in the same way Christians pray in the church. Q: What is the Koran? A: The Koran, or Quran is the Muslim Holy book, like the Bible is to Christianity. It is the record of the exact words revealed by God to the Prophet Muhammad. It was memorized by Muhammad then dictated to his companions. Q: What does 'Islam' mean? A: The Arabic word for "Islam" means "Submission" and it derives from a word meaning "Peace". In a religious context it means complete submission to the will of God. "Allah" is the Arabic word for God, which is used by Arab and Muslims alike. Q: What are the 'Five Pillars' of Islam? A: They are the framework for Muslim life.
The declaration of faith: "There is no deity but God, and Muhammad is the messenger of God" Prayer: Muslims perform five obligatory prayers each day. Islamic prayers are a direct link between the worshipper and God. Islam has no hierarchical authority or priesthood.
Zakat: One of the most important principles of Islam is that all things belong to God and that wealth is held in trust by human beings. Zakat or charitable giving "parties" wealth by setting aside a portion for those in need. Fasting: Every year in the Islamic lunar month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. The fast is another method of self-purification Pilgrimage: A pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, or Hajj as it is called in Arabic, is an obligation for those who are physically and financially able to enable the journey.