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An introduction to the world's second-largest religion with 1.9 billion followers
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The word "Islam" comes from the Arabic roots 'silm' (peace) and 'taslim' (submission). These two meanings reflect the essence of Islam: voluntary submission to God, inner peace, and peace with the world. A "Muslim" is one who submits to God.
The heart of Islam is Tawhid: God is One, with no partner, equal, or son. All creation depends on Him. This profound truth answers the deepest question about the meaning of existence.
Allah sent prophets and scriptures to guide humanity. Moses received the Torah, Jesus the Gospel, and Muhammad received the Quran. The Quran is the only divine scripture preserved in its original form to this day.
Islam offers a comprehensive ethical framework for both individual and community well-being. Honesty, justice, compassion, solidarity, and harmony with nature are central Islamic values. The hadith 'He is not a believer who eats while his neighbor is hungry' captures this spirit.
The first word revealed in the Quran was 'Read!' In Islam, seeking knowledge is an act of worship. Between the 8thβ13th centuries, the Islamic world made its greatest contributions to mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy. Reason is the greatest gift Allah gave to humanity.
The 5 Pillars of Islam
The five pillars are the practical foundations of Islamic practice for every Muslim: Shahada (declaration of faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting), and Hajj (pilgrimage).
The 6 Articles of Faith
The six articles of faith are: belief in Allah, Angels, Divine Books, Prophets, the Day of Judgment, and Divine Decree (Qadar).
"Why am I here? What is the meaning of life? What happens after death?" β Islam approaches these profound questions neither by imposing dogma nor by dismissing them. It invites a journey of mind and heart: think, explore, and see the truth.