Question

Describe the five pillars of Islam.

Answer 1

The Five Pillars of Islam are five basic rules in Islam that all Muslims should follow. The Five Pillars are: The Shahadah (Declaration of faith) - Trusting and understanding the words of the Shahadah. ... A pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj) - Muslims should go to Mecca to worship Allah on a pilgrimage.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Five Pillars of Islam consist of:

1. Shahadah: sincerely reciting the Muslim profession of faith.
2. Salat: performing ritual prayers in the proper way five times each day.
3. Zakat: paying an alms (or charity) tax to benefit the poor and the needy.
4. Sawm: fasting during the month of Ramadan.
5. Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca.