Islamic studies guides
Clear answers on salah, wudu, the pillars of Islam and everyday Islamic knowledge.
What are the five pillars of Islam?
The five pillars of Islam are: Shahadah (declaring faith in one God and Muhammad ﷺ as His messenger), Salah (five daily prayers), Zakah (obligatory charity), Sawm (fasting in Ramadan) and Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime for those able).
Read the full answer →How do you perform wudu?
Wudu is the ritual washing performed before salah. Make the intention, say Bismillah, then wash the hands, rinse the mouth, rinse the nose, wash the face, wash the arms to the elbows, wipe the head and ears, and wash the feet to the ankles.
Read the full answer →How do I teach my child to pray salah?
Teach your child salah by praying where they can see you, helping them memorise Al-Fatiha and a few short surahs, practising the movements together, and building a gentle daily routine. The Prophet ﷺ advised instructing children to pray from age seven.
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