What are the core beliefs and principles of Islam?

Answer 1

Islam is mainly based on five pillars. The first and most important is the belief in One God: Allah Almighty, and that Muhammad (PBUH) is His last messenger. Allah has no partner, parent or children. He is the Sole Creator and Cherisher of the universe. This belief is known as 'Shahadah'. The second pillar is 'Salah' (Namaz/Prayer). Muslims have been subscribed to pray five times a day. This involves various steps. According to the Prophet (PBUH), prayer is what distinguishes between a believer and non-believer. Namaz is obligatory upon every Muslim after reaching a mature age. The third pillar of Islam is 'Sawm' (Fasting). In the month of Ramadan, it is compulsary for every mature and healthy Muslim to fast from daybreak till sunset. Sick and old people are exempted from the fasts. The fourth pillar of Islam is 'Zakat' (Charity). It is believed that Zakat purifies a person's wealth. It is obligatory for every affording Muslim to pay a certain amount of his savings in the way of Allah. There are certain conditions for the payment of Zakat. The fifth and last pillar of Islam is 'Hajj' (Pilgrimage). Its is due on every healthy and affording Muslim to perform this Pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in his/her lifetime. These beliefs make the five pillars of Islam. They are the basis of all Muslim beliefs. This should answer your question. If you need any more details, please feel free to ask.

Answer 2

Shahādah - Profession of faith Ṣalāt - Prayers Zakāh - Paying of alms (giving to the poor) Ṣawm - Fasting during Ramadan Hajj - Pilgrimage to Mecca Six articles of belief (Sunni) Tawhīd - Oneness Prophets and Messengers in Islam Islamic holy books Belief in Angels Belief in The Last Judgment Belief in the concept of Predestination

Answer 3

There are five 'pillars' of Islam that all Muslims should abide to, the most central and important one being the first:

1. Testimony; belief that Allah is the one and only God and has no partner, son, associate nor equivalence, as well as belief that Muhammad (PBUH) as a Messenger/Prophet of God.
2. Prayer; Muslims are required to pray five times daily.
3. Fasting; Fasting during the month of Ramadan is required unless you are not considered healthy enough to (but must be made up in the rest of the year)
4. Giving to the Poor; If you can afford to, you must give a fraction of your wealth to the needy.
5. Pilgrimage; All Muslims should travel to the city of Mecca at least once in their lifetime.

There are more rules in the sharia law, the laws derived from the quran and the 'sunnah', the prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) example, which contains rules such as staying away from alcohol, blood and pork. Refer to related questions below.

Answer 4

The main principle of Islam is monotheism. Islam calls for worshiping Allah (or God in English and same God worshiped in Christianity and Judaism) as the one and only one God with no partner, no son, no father, no companion, no associate, and no equivalence. For other principles and fundamentals, refer to question below.

Answer 2

Five Pillars of Islam according to shia Muslims are:

1. Monotheism: The Oneness of Allah (tawhid)

2. Divine Justice ('adl)

3. Prophethood (nubuwwa)

4. Succession to Muhammad (imamat)

5. The Day of Judgement and the Resurrection (Qiyama)

Practices of Islam according to shia Muslims:

1- Prayers (salaat) - 5 times a day

2- Fasting (sawm) during Ramadan

3-4. Alms giving (zakaat and khums)

5- Pilgrimage to the city of Makkah (hajj)

6- Holy Defense (Jihad)

7-8. Enjoining good (amr bil-ma'rouf) and forbidding evil (nahiy an al-munkar)

9- Supporting those who walk in the path of Allah (tawalli li awliyaa' Allah)

10- Turning away from the enemies of Allah (tabarri min a'daa Allah)

Five Pillars of Islam according to Sunni Muslims are:

1. professing (Shahadah)

2. Prayer (Salat)

3. Alms-giving (Zakāt)

4. Fasting (Sawm of Ramadan)

5. Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)

also different sects of sunni have differs in five pillars. for example Mu'tazilate Sunni Scholars like shia consider Adl as one pillar. but Ash'arites does not believe Adl is one of Pillars although believing in Adl as an attribute of God but with an interpret of Adl that in view of shia and Mu'tazilate is equal to not having Adl.

Answer 5

Following are the core beliefs and principals of Islam

Literally the word 'Islam' means 'peace'. Religiously, it means complete and unconditional surrender to the Will of Almighty Allah (God). Following are some of the beliefs and teachings of Islam:

1. The major beliefs on which the Muslim traditions are based are: Eemaan Mujmal:Translation: I believe in Almighty Allah, as are His beautiful Names and Attributes, I accept all His Commands, I declare from my tongue, and testify by my heart. Eeman Mufassal:Translation: I believe in Almighty Allah. The Angels, all heavenly Books, all Prophets, in the Day of Judgment, and this that Good or Bad Destiny is from Him, and that there will be life after death and then-No death (Eternal life in heaven or hell). Belief in Almighty Allah (God): God- Allah is ONE Allah. There is no god but He. He and He alone deserves worship. He is All-Knowing, All-Seeing. All power lies in His Hands. He will punish the sinners and reward the Good. He is Eternal, Unique, and incorporeal. There is nothing like Him. He is Omnipresent, Omnipotent, Supreme One. No one can understand His true Nature or True Being.

2. Belief in Angels Created by Almighty God- Allah Karim from light. They are obedient to Allah Karim. Carry out His commands. The Jews and Christians also believe in the Angels.

3. The Muslims believe in all heavenly books, including Tora, Zaboor, The Bible, the last one being the Qur'an.

4. The Muslims believe in all the Messengers (Prophets May peace be upon them all) of Almighty Allah- No distinction among them. Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) being the last Prophet of Islam. NO Prophet after him.

5. The Muslims believe in the life after death, resurrection and the Day of Judgment. Almighty Allah Karim is the Sole Ruler/Master of that Day. He enjoys the absolute authority to send people to Heaven or Hell. .

6. The Muslims believe that good and bad Destiny being in the Hands of Almighty Allah. No One can change his destiny.

7. Life hereafter: All the dead will be raised again and judged according to their good or bad deeds. There will be no death to them.

8. Hell and Heaven (Paradise)

9. The Muslims believe that Nobody can take the responsibility of some other person's deeds.

10. All the power of decision making is in the Hands of Almighty Allah, and none else.

11. The Muslims must give charity 2.5% of annual saving. They should also help the poor and the needy, irrespective of their caste, creed, color or country because all human beings are the offspring of One couple- Hazrat Adam (AS) and Hazrat Eve (AS).

12. The Muslims must live a noble, chaste, truthful, honest, just and fair life.

13. The Muslims must be kind to all human beings and all creatures of Almighty Allah.

14. It is very unfortunate that most of the Muslims don't follow the teachings of Islam. They are notorious for their terrorism, cruelty, dishonesty and injustice. Anyhow, Islam disowns Terrorists, unjust and cruel people.

Answer 6

The core of Islam is to witness that no God except one and only one God (same God in Christianity and Judaism) and that Muhammad (PBUH) is His prophet and Messenger. Refer to question below for more information.

Answer 7

Islam is an Arabic word that means submission to Allah (God in English). The Arabic root of the word Islam is 'Salem' that means in English ' being in peace'.

In this general sense of Islam, Islam foundation goes back to the start of universe creation by God the Creator. All God creations were created on submission to God (created on Islam).

Refer to question below for more information.

AnswerWhat is Islam?: The name of the religion is Islam, which comes from an Arabic root word meaning "peace" and "submission." Islam teaches that one can only find peace in one's life by submitting to Almighty God (Allah) in heart, soul and deed. The same Arabic root word gives us "Salaam alaykum," ("Peace be with you"), the universal Muslim greeting.

Who is a Muslim?: A person who believes in and consciously follows Islam is called a Muslim, also from the same root word. So, the religion is called "Islam," and a person who believes in and follows it is a "Muslim." * What is the difference between Muslim, Moslem and Islamic?

How Many and Where?: Islam is a major world religion, with over 1 billion followers worldwide (1/5 of the world population). It is considered one of the Abrahamic, monotheistic faiths, along with Judaism and Christianity. Although usually associated with the Arabs of the Middle East, less than 10% of Muslims are in fact Arab. Muslims are found all over the world, of every nation, color and race. * Muslim population of the world

Who is Allah?: Allah is the proper name for Almighty God, and is often translated merely as "God." Allah has other names that are used to describe His characteristics: the Creator, the Sustainer, the Merciful, the Compassionate, etc. Muslims believe that since Allah alone is the Creator, it is He alone that deserves our devout love and worship. Islam holds to a strict monotheism. Any worship and prayers directed at saints, prophets, other human beings or nature is considered idolatry. * More about the nature of God * "Names" of Allah

What do Muslims believe about God, prophets, the afterlife, etc.?: The basic beliefs of Muslims fall into six main categories, which are known as the "Articles of Faith": * Faith in the unity of God * Faith in angels * Faith in prophets * Faith in books of revelation * Faith in an afterlife * Faith in destiny/divine decree

The "five pillars" of Islam: In Islam, faith and good works go hand-in-hand. A mere verbal declaration of faith is not enough, for belief in Allah makes obedience to Him a duty. The Muslim concept of worship is very broad. Muslims consider everything they do in life to be an act of worship, if it is done according to Allah's guidance. There are also five formal acts of worship which help strengthen a Muslim's faith and obedience. They are often called the "Five Pillars of Islam." * Testimony of faith (Kalima) * Prayer (Salat) * Almsgiving (Zakat) * Fasting (Sawm) * Pilgrimage (Hajj)

Daily life as a Muslim: While often seen as a radical or extreme religion, Muslims consider Islam to be the middle road. Muslims do not live life with complete disregard for God or religious matters, but nor do they neglect the world to devote themselves solely to worship and prayer. Muslims strike a balance by fulfilling the obligations of and enjoying this life, while always mindful of their duties to Allah and to others. * Morals and manners * Business ethics * Modesty in dress and behavior * Dietary rules * Marriage * Care of children and elderly * Racism and prejudice * Relations with non-Muslims

Answer 8

The core of the Muslim faith is:

• Believe in one God
• Believe that prophet Muhammed is his messenger
• Do no wrong
• Be good to all mankind