The Five Pillars of Islam

The Five Pillars are five important practices that guide Muslim worship and daily life.

What It Means

The Five Pillars are faith, prayer, giving, fasting during Ramadan, and pilgrimage to Mecca if able. The pillars help Muslims remember God and care for the community.

How People Practice or Remember It

Salah is the practice of praying five times a day. Zakat is giving to help people in need.

Things to Remember

• The Five Pillars are faith, prayer, giving, fasting during Ramadan, and pilgrimage to Mecca if able.
• The pillars help Muslims remember God and care for the community.
• Salah is the practice of praying five times a day.
• Zakat is giving to help people in need.

Did You Know?

People learn about Five Pillars in different ways, including family traditions, teachers, books, art, music, and visits to important places.