 Is the acceptance of Allah and he is the one and only god.  Belief that Muhammad is his messenger.  The only purpose in life is to serve and obey Allah.

 Must pray five time each and everyday.  There is no Hierarchy in Islam like there is in Christianity.  Prayers are said at dawn, mid-day, late- afternoon, sunset, and nightfall.  It is preferable to pray at a Mosque, but not required.  Calling to Prayer at Mecca. Calling to Prayer at Mecca

 Translated at “Purity” and “Growth.”  It is Islamic belief that everything belongs to Allah, and wealth by humans is trusted by Allah.  Each individual is responsible for giving, but are required to give at least 1/40 th of their money.

 Every year in the month of Ramada-n, all muslim’s must fast from sunup to sundown.  Those who are sick are permitted to break the fast, but are required to make up missed days later in the year.  Is seen as method of self-purification and self-restraint.  Allows them to focus on God, by constantly being aware of God’s presence.

 All believers of Islam, must make at least one pilgrimage to Mecca in their life time.  Over 2 million people go to Mecca each year.  Wear simple clothes so that the rich and poor can not be distinguished.  The close of the hajj is marked by a festival, the 'Id al Adha.