The Five Pillars of Islam Quiz

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The Five Pillars of Islam

The Shahada, or profession of faith, involves verbally stating "There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God" three times in front of a witness, making one a member of the Islamic faith.
Salah, the second Pillar, involves performing prayer rituals five times a day, facing Mecca, and can be done individually or in a group setting, with congregational prayer on Fridays.
The Third Pillar, Zakat, requires Muslims to give a fixed portion of their wealth to those in need, and many mosques have donation areas for this purpose.
Sawm, the Fourth Pillar, is observed during the month of Ramadan, involving fasting from dawn to sunset, emphasizing appreciation for what one has and the struggles of the less fortunate.
Hajj, the Fifth Pillar, is a pilgrimage to Mecca, required once in a lifetime for able-bodied Muslims, where they visit the Kaaba, the most sacred structure in Islam.
The Kaaba, located in Mecca, is considered the most important structure in Islam, built by Abraham and Ishmael, and only Muslims are allowed to view it.
Over two million Muslims take the pilgrimage to Mecca each year, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah advised against it.
The Five Pillars are outlined in religious texts like the Quran and the hadith of Gabriel and are practiced by both Sunni and Shia Muslims, though interpretations may vary.
The Shahada is central to the Islamic faith and can be found on architecture, in Arabic writings, and on symbols and flags of Muslim organizations.
Salah is a daily requirement for Muslims, involving readings from the Quran, prayer, and reflection, and congregational prayer on Fridays.
Zakat emphasizes the importance of charity in Islam, with donations going to the homeless, refugees, and those affected by natural disasters, and also used for building hospitals, schools, and mosques.
Sawm serves to remind Muslims to appreciate their blessings and to empathize with the less fortunate, further reinforcing the practice of Zakat.

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Test your knowledge of Islam with this quiz on the Five Pillars of Islam. Explore the key principles and practices that form the foundation of the Islamic faith, from the Shahada to the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. See how well you understand the core tenets of Islam and its significance in the lives of Muslims worldwide.