FIVE PILLARS

SHAHADA

SHAHADA

• First and last thing whispered into a Muslim’s ears
• “There is no God but God and Muhammad is his prophet
• Establishes monotheism

SALAT

SALAT

• Wudu - cleaning before prayer
• Pray at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and late evening
• Pray towards Mecca
• Prayer beads and prayer rug
• Men and women pray separately in mosques

ZAKAT

ZAKAT

• 2.5% donation after basic needs
• Reminder of God’s gift to them
• Share wealth to control greed
• Donate directly or religious officials
• Donate towards service buildings, teachers others’ depts, and fountains

SAWM

SAWM

• not mentally or physically able to fast or under 12 are excused
• Allah asks Muslims to excuse themselves from needs that make them human
• Meal after sun goes down, before it comes up
• Fast is broken with dates and tea
• Strive to forgive, be grateful and avoid gossip

HAJJ

HAJJ

• White fabric for men (Hiram), modest clothing for women
• Circle Kaa’ba 7x
• Run between two hills, drink from Zamzam
• Throw stones at three pillars representing satan
• Hair shaved (men), hair cut (women)