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What Muslims believe
What Muslims believe
These six beliefs form the core of Islamic faith. Click any tile to learn more.
Belief in God (Allah)
One God, without partners, Creator and Sustainer of everything. Muslims refer to God as Allah — the same Arabic word Arabic-speaking Christians and Jews use for God.
Belief in Angels
Unseen beings created by God who carry out His commands — including delivering revelation, recording deeds, and praising Him.
Belief in Revealed Books
Scriptures sent by God, including the Torah, Psalms, Gospel, and the Quran as the final revelation. Muslims believe the Quran has been preserved as it was revealed.
Belief in the Prophets
Messengers sent to every nation, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Mohamed ﷺ as the last of them. Muslims honor them all and do not elevate any prophet to divinity.
Belief in the Day of Judgment
Everyone is resurrected and held accountable for how they lived. Justice, mercy, and personal responsibility are central to this belief.
Belief in Divine Decree (Qadar)
God's knowledge covers everything that happens, while people stay responsible for their own choices. Faith and action go together.
How Muslims practice
What Muslims practice
The five foundational acts that shape a Muslim's daily life and spiritual growth.
Who was Prophet Mohamed ﷺ?
Mohamed ﷺ was the final prophet in a line that includes Abraham, Moses, and Jesus. Born in Mecca in 570 CE, he received the Quran over 23 years and taught his community to worship one God, care for neighbors, and uphold justice. Muslims honor him as a teacher and example, not as divine.
What is the Quran?
The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the final revelation from God to humanity. It was revealed in Arabic to Mohamed ﷺ and covers guidance for worship, character, family, society, and the natural world. Translations are available in many languages.
Daily rhythm
A day in the life of a Muslim
Islam is not just a weekly event — it shapes how a believer begins, spends, and ends each day.
Dawn begins with prayer
Many Muslims start the day before sunrise with Fajr, the first of five daily prayers, followed by a short personal supplication.
Kindness in small things
Throughout the day, Muslims try to speak kindly, keep promises, help neighbors, and avoid harm — treating these as acts of worship.
Prayer breaks the day
Zuhr (midday), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night) are spaced reminders to pause, reset, and remember God.
Evening reflection
The day often ends with a few verses of the Quran, gratitude for the day, and prayers for family, friends, and the wider community.
How Muslims treat people
How Muslims treat their parents
Islam places kindness to parents immediately after worship of God. It is one of the most repeated duties in the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet ﷺ.
From the Quran
“Your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you be kind to parents. Whether one or both of them reach old age with you, say not to them 'uff,' nor repel them, but speak to them a noble word.”
Quran 17:23
From the Sunnah
A man asked the Prophet Mohamed ﷺ, “Who is most deserving of my good companionship?” He said, “Your mother.” The man asked, “Then who?” He said, “Your mother.” The man asked, “Then who?” He said, “Your mother.” The man asked, “Then who?” He said, “Your father.”
Reported in Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim
This respect extends beyond childhood. Muslims are taught to care for parents in old age with patience, humility, and gratitude — even when it is difficult.
Verse of the day
“And We have certainly made the Quran easy to remember. So is there anyone who will remember?”
Quran 54:17
Character & everyday conduct
Muslim Manners
Islam is as much about how you treat people as it is about belief. These are the everyday manners Muslims are taught — with neighbours, guests, parents, colleagues, and strangers.
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