1st Pillar — Shahada

لا إله إلا الله محمد رسول الله
The belief that “There is no god but Allah, and Prophet Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah” is central to Islam.
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2nd Pillar — Salat

Muslims pray facing Mecca five times a day: at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and after dark.
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3rd Pillar — Zakat

In accordance with Islamic Law, Muslims donate a fixed portion of their income every year to community members in need.
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4th Pillar — Sawm

During the daylight hours of the month of Ramadan, all healthy adult Muslims are required to abstain from food and drink.
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5th Pillar — Hajj

Every Muslim whose health and finances permit it, must make at least one visit to the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.