Islam

The Arabic word for God, the Supreme Being in Islam.

"Muslims believe that Allah is the creator of all things."

A follower of Islam, someone who submits to the will of Allah.

"There are over a billion Muslims around the world."

The ritual prayer of Muslims, performed five times daily in a set form.

"She performs her salat at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and night."

The holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of Allah as dictated to Muhammad by the archangel Gabriel.

"The Qur’an provides guidance for every aspect of Muslim life."

The Islamic profession of faith, asserting the monotheistic belief in God and recognizing Muhammad as God's messenger.

"The Shahadah is frequently recited by Muslims, reaffirming their faith in a single God and Muhammad’s prophethood."

The obligatory giving of a set proportion of one's wealth to charity, typically to assist the poor and needy; it is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.

"As part of fulfilling her religious duties, she gave zakat during the month of Ramadan."

An Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims once in their lifetime, if they can afford it and are physically able.

"Millions of Muslims from around the world travel to Mecca every year to complete their hajj."

A term often misunderstood to mean 'holy war', it actually refers to any struggle against opposition to live a virtuous and religious life; can also refer to the spiritual struggle within oneself against sin.

"He views his effort to help the homeless as part of his personal jihad."

The collection of sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, which are important sources of Islamic jurisprudence and guidance after the Qur'an.

"He studies the Hadith to better understand the teachings of Prophet Muhammad."

The religious law forming part of the Islamic tradition, derived from the Qur’an and the Hadith.

"Shari’ah law provides guidelines for aspects of daily living for Muslims."