Islam is the belief in one God and the continuation of the message taught by all prophets, from Adam to Muhammad ﷺ. It calls people to worship God alone and live a righteous, meaningful life. Islam teaches that humans are created with an innate awareness of God. By declaring faith, we reconnect with that truth and choose to live according to His guidance, found in the Qur’an and the teachings of the Prophet.

The Arabic word Islam expresses the idea of surrendering to God and attaining peace.

Prayer (salah) is the core connection between a person and their Creator. Muslims are commanded to pray five times a day at specific times. These daily prayers reflect the very purpose of our existence: to worship God and stay connected to Him.

While most religions emphasize good manners and kindness, Islam uniquely emphasizes the Oneness and Perfection of God. Islam teaches that God is completely different and unmatched in His creation. Worship is due solely and directly to Him. Islam does not reject any of God’s Prophets but confirms they all came with the same message. Why follow Islam?(https://www.howtomuslim.org/why-islam)

Death is a transition from this life to the eternal life. Every soul will be resurrected and judged on the Day of Judgement. Those who lived uprightly and obeyed Allah will enter Paradise. Those who disbelieved will face Hellfire. If there were no afterlife, rewarding good and punishing evil would contradict justice.

Islam teaches that men and women are spiritually and morally equal. Both receive equal accountability and reward. Though roles may differ, women are honoured and protected in Islam, with no form of oppression condoned. Women's rights in Islam.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/womens-rights)

Halal means “lawful.” Halal food is that which is permitted by God. Most food and drink is halal except alcohol and pork. Meat and poultry must be slaughtered humanely in God’s name while minimizing suffering. The Mercy of Islamic Slaughter.(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quhVxLUwiBw)

Islam does not believe in original sin. No one is held accountable for sins they did not commit. Each individual is judged on their own deeds. God is just.

Known as the Five Pillars: • Testimony of Faith: Declaring there is no god but Allah, and Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger. • Prayer: Five daily prayers at fixed times. • Charity (Zakat): 2.5% of savings given to the poor. • Fasting Ramadan: Refraining from food, drink, and desires from dawn to sunset for 30 days. • Pilgrimage (Hajj): Once in a lifetime trip to Mecca if physically and financially able.

Islam is a complete way of life. It means submission to God and promotes peace through righteous living. Muslims follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and can be from any background.

Life is a test. We are created to know and worship God. By living according to His guidance, we attain success in this life and the next. Faith includes using our intellect to recognise His signs. The Purpose of Life.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/purpose-of-life)

Allah is the One True God. He has no partners, children, or equals. He is the All-Knowing, the Merciful, the Just. All praise and worship belongs to Him alone.

Muhammad ﷺ is the final Prophet sent by God. He was known for his honesty, kindness, and justice. He is not worshipped, but followed as the last Messenger of God. More on him here.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/prophet-muhammed)

Everything that exists must have a beginning and a cause. The universe couldn’t come from nothing. God, the eternal Creator, is the logical conclusion. He is timeless, powerful, and intelligent.

The Quran is God’s final revelation, revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through Angel Gabriel. It confirms previous scriptures and provides clear guidance on: • The nature of God • Life’s purpose • The Afterlife • Human conduct The Quran is unchanged for over 1400 years, contains scientific facts unknown at the time, and is memorised globally. The Quran.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/the-quran)

Muslims believe in all Prophets, from Adam to Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad (peace be upon them). They came with one message: worship One God alone. Jesus is loved and respected, but not worshipped. He is a Prophet, not God or son of God. Jesus In Islam.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/jesus-in-islam)

Anyone can become a Muslim at any time by saying: “I bear witness that there is no God worthy of worship except Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is Allah’s Messenger.” This simple declaration opens the door to a new relationship with God, based on guidance, truth, and peace. How to be a Muslim full guide.(https://www.howtomuslim.org/how-to-be-a-muslim-revert-islam)