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Introduction<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Islamic Bird
by mikecogh<\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Islam is the second most prominent religion in the world and is in fact the fastest growing religion as well. Because of the increasing numbers, we can expect that one day in the near future Islam will become the most popular religion. Because of this, it is important to understand the foundation of the religion and what a muslim’s beliefs entail. To get along and understand our neighbors, to cooperate with our peers, and to aspire for a more peaceful future, it is imperative that those outside of Islam have a good understanding of the differences between them and their muslim counterparts.<\/p>\n

Shahadah – Testimony of Faith<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Syahadah
by Azizul Hadi<\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\u00a0 \u00a0\u0644\u064e\u0627 \u0625\u0650\u0644\u0670\u0647\u064e \u0625\u0650\u0644\u064e\u0651\u0627 \u0627\u0644\u0644\u0647 \u0645\u064f\u062d\u064e\u0645\u064e\u0651\u062f\u064c \u0631\u064e\u0633\u064f\u0648\u0644\u064f \u0627\u0644\u0644\u0647\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

(l\u0101 \u02beil\u0101ha \u02beill\u0101 -ll\u0101h, mu\u1e25ammadun ras\u016blu -ll\u0101h)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

“There is no god but God, Muhammad is the messenger of God.”<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

As a testimony of faith, Muslims must recite the statement above during each prayer throughout the day. The statement also must be declared in Arabic during the conversion of one’s faith to Islam.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Salat – Prayer<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Jama Masjid, Delhi, 1979
by Michael Foley <\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

The Islamic faith is based on the belief that individuals have a direct relationship with God. Muslims around the world turn separately and jointly towards Islam’s holiest city (Mecca), to offer five daily prayers.<\/p>\n

The times they pray are at:<\/p>\n

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    1. Dawn<\/li>\n
    2. Noon<\/li>\n
    3. Mid-afternoon<\/li>\n
    4. Sunset<\/li>\n
    5. Evening<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/ol>\n

      In addition to those times, a required congregational service is on Friday.<\/p>\n

      Although salat (formal Prayer) can be performed alone, it is admirable to perform it with another person or with a group. It is permitted to pray at home, at work, or even outdoors; however Muslims are suggested to perform salat in a mosque.<\/p>\n

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      Zakat – Charity<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      zakat
      by       asyraaf.azahari<\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

      Social responsibility, or Charity, is considered an important part of one’s service to God; the obligatory\u00a0act of zakat (the practice of being charitable) enshrines this duty.<\/p>\n

      Zakat prescribes payment of fixed size of a Muslim’s belongings for the welfare of the entire community\u00a0and in particular for its neediest members of their\u00a0community.\u00a0Usually it is equal to 2.5 percent of an individual’s\u00a0total net worth, except for obligations and family expenses.<\/p>\n

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      Sawm – Fasting<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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      The PRT Iftar Dinner held on the PRT Decking for Helmand dignitaries
      by\u00a0      Helmand PRT, Lashkar Gah<\/a>, used under\u00a0\"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

      The ninth month in the Islamic calendar is the month of Ramadan, also known as the month of fasting. Fasting is meant to increase one’s devotion and bring them closer to Allah. It is in accordance with the dictates of the Koran, in which Allah commands:<\/p>\n

      <\/a>\u064a\u064e\u0627 \u0623\u064e\u064a\u0651\u064f\u0647\u064e\u0627 \u0627\u0644\u0651\u064e\u0630\u0650\u064a\u0646\u064e \u0622\u0645\u064e\u0646\u064f\u0648\u0627\u0652 \u0643\u064f\u062a\u0650\u0628\u064e \u0639\u064e\u0644\u064e\u064a\u0652\u0643\u064f\u0645\u064f \u0627\u0644\u0635\u0651\u0650\u064a\u064e\u0627\u0645\u064f \u0643\u064e\u0645\u064e\u0627 \u0643\u064f\u062a\u0650\u0628\u064e \u0639\u064e\u0644\u064e\u0649 \u0627\u0644\u0651\u064e\u0630\u0650\u064a\u0646\u064e \u0645\u0650\u0646 \u0642\u064e\u0628\u0652\u0644\u0650\u0643\u064f\u0645\u0652 \u0644\u064e\u0639\u064e\u0644\u0651\u064e\u0643\u064f\u0645\u0652 \u062a\u064e\u062a\u0651\u064e\u0642\u064f\u0648\u0646\u064e<\/span><\/span>\u00a0(<\/span><\/p>\n

      (Ya<\/span>\u00a0ayyuha<\/span>\u00a0allath<\/span>eena\u00a0a<\/span>manoo kutiba AAalaykumu al<\/b>ss<\/span>iya<\/span>mu kama<\/span>\u00a0kutiba AAala<\/span>\u00a0allath<\/span>eena min qablikum laAAallakum tattaqoona)<\/b><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

      “O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous-” (2:183)<\/span><\/p>\n

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      Iftar
      by       Vipez<\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

      Muslims must fast from first light until sundown, abstaining from food, drink, and sexual relations. There are exceptions for those who are sick, elderly, pregnant, or nursing, they may either make it up later on in the year\u00a0or feed a needy person for every day that is missed.<\/p>\n

      The end of Ramadan is marked by a celebration known as Eid-al-Fitr, which means Feast of Breaking the Fast. It is believed that by fasting, one is taught self-control and restraint as well as\u00a0the recognition that everything is a blessing from Allah.<\/p>\n

      Hajj – Pilgrimage<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      hajj \u2661 2011
      by       @ifatma.<\/a>, used under \"\"<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

      The Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, which takes place from the eighth to twelfth day in the twelfth month of the Islamic calendar. Around two million people travel to Mecca each year and it is an obligation for a Muslim to go at lease once in their life, for those who are physically and financially able. Everyone wears simple, mostly white clothing, which is intended to remove any distinction of class and culture so that all stand equal before Allah. There are a series of rituals performed that are meant to unify Muslims with one another, absolve them of their sins, and pay tribute to Allah.<\/p>\n

      These rituals include:<\/p>\n