WHAT IS ISLAM?

WHAT IS ISLAM?

Islam is a monotheistic believe that covers the entire life of humans. Adam was the first messenger of Allah and the first man on the face of earth who follows it and all his children followed till Allah send Noah to those who forgot the right way of life. then one by one prophets and messenger of Allah were sent to everywhere in the world wherever human beings were living. The last messenger of Allah was Prophet Mohammad It is based on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who is considered the final messenger of God (Allah in Arabic). The word “Islam” means “submission” or “surrender,” reflecting the religion’s core principle of submitting to the will of Allah.

Key Beliefs:

  1. Monotheism (Tawhid): Muslims believe in one God (Allah), who is omnipotent, merciful, and unique. Associating partners with Allah (shirk) is considered the gravest sin.
  2. Prophets: Muslims believe in all the prophets sent by Allah, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad (peace be upon them all). Muhammad is regarded as the final prophet.
  3. Holy Books: Muslims believe in the divine scriptures revealed to various prophets, including the Torah (Tawrat), Psalms (Zabur), Gospel (Injeel), and the Quran. The Quran is considered the final and most complete revelation, preserved in its original form.
  4. Angels: Belief in angels is a fundamental aspect of Islam. They are seen as spiritual beings created by Allah to carry out His commands.
  5. Day of Judgment (Akhirah): Muslims believe in an afterlife where individuals will be judged by Allah based on their deeds. The righteous will be rewarded with paradise (Jannah), while the wicked will face punishment in hell (Jahannam).
  6. Divine Decree (Qadar): Muslims believe that everything happens according to Allah’s will and knowledge, though humans have free will to choose between right and wrong.

Five Pillars of Islam:

These are the core practices that form the foundation of a Muslim’s faith and actions:

  1. Shahada (Declaration of Faith): Testifying that “There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His messenger.”
  2. Salah (Prayer): Performing five daily prayers facing the Kaaba in Mecca.
  3. Zakat (Charity): Giving a portion of one’s wealth to those in need.
  4. Sawm (Fasting): Fasting during the month of Ramadan from dawn to sunset.
  5. Hajj (Pilgrimage): Making a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime, if physically and financially able.

Sources of Guidance:

  1. Quran: The holy book of Islam, believed to be the literal word of Allah as revealed to Muhammad.
  2. Sunnah and Hadith: The teachings, actions, and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, which provide practical examples of how to live according to Islamic principles.

Branches of Islam:

  1. Sunni Islam: The largest branch, comprising about 85-90% of Muslims. Sunnis emphasize the consensus of the community and the traditions of the Prophet.
  2. Shia Islam: The second-largest branch, which believes in the leadership of Ali (the cousin and son-in-law of Muhammad) and his descendants as the rightful leaders of the Muslim community.

Islam is not just a religion but a complete way of life, guiding Muslims in their spiritual, social, legal, and personal affairs. It emphasizes peace, justice, compassion, and the importance of community.