In Islam, there are five fundamental pillars that form the foundation of a Muslim’s life and practice. These pillars guide the ethical, spiritual, and social aspects of a Muslim’s existence. The third pillar of Islam is Zakat, which is a form of almsgiving or charitable donation. Zak...
The Second Pillar of Islam is Salah, the ritual prayer that Muslims perform five times a day. Unlike general supplication (dua), which can be said in any language at any time, Salah is a structured form of worship with specific actions, Quranic recitations, and timings. It is an obligatory...
What is Shahada? The Shahada is the declaration of faith in Islam. It is the first and most important pillar of Islam, forming the foundation of a Muslim’s belief. The Shahada has two parts: 1. “La ilaha illa Allah”: There is no god but Allah. 2. “Muhammadur Rasul Allah”: Muhammad (peace b...
In 2022, a seemingly small event in Israel attracted global curiosity the arrival of five red heifers from the United States. For many, this might sound like just an agricultural matter, but for others, especially in religious and historical contexts, it carries deep prophetic significance...
Islam is one of the world’s major monotheistic religions, followed by over 2 billion people globally. The word Islam comes from the Arabic root “S-L-M” (س-ل-م), which means peace, submission, and surrender. In essence, Islam means submission to the will of Almighty (Allah) and living a lif...
