If you’re a Muslim child, you must know the role of the Five Pillars in Islam and before the Kids grow up, parents must tell them what the five pillar of Islam are. These are five duties that every Muslim is obliged to perform. The five pillars of Islam help Muslims put their faith into action.
 

Short Description of Five Pillars of Islam for Kidz

The 5 pillars in Islam are Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm and the Hajj. Every kid must know what the five pillars are i.e. the 5 main duties in Islam and how to perform them, so that children could learn to perform duties and start making habit to perform them before they get grown up and the five pillars of Islam become to implement in their life became obligatory. They are as follow.
 

Shahadah: Declaration of Faith

"I bear witness that there is no god, but God; I bear witness that Muhammad is the prophet of God." By reciting this, one enters Islamic faith.
 

Salah: Prayer

Muslims are required to pray five times a day, washing themselves before prayer and facing in the direction of Mecca while praying.
 

Zakat: Giving a Fixed Proportion to Charity

Muslims are required to give away a percentage of their earnings to those less fortunate, regardless of their religion.

Saum: Fasting during the Month of Ramadan

Muslims fast for one lunar month each year, a period called Ramadan. During this time, Muslims reflect on their behavior and strive to purify their thoughts.

Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca

If it is financially possible, Muslims are required to travel to Mecca once in their lifetime.

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Last Updated: 21/7/2015