Pillar 1 — Shahādah
The testimony — already done. The lifelong work is to live by what it requires.
Pillar 2 — Ṣalāh
Five prayers a day. Non-negotiable. The first thing you'll be asked about on the Day of Judgement.
Pillar 3 — Zakāh
2.5% of savings (over a threshold) given annually to the poor. Doesn't apply yet if you're not above the threshold.
Pillar 4 — Ṣawm
Fasting in Ramadan — the 9th lunar month. Abstaining from food, drink, and intimacy from dawn to sunset.
Pillar 5 — Ḥajj
Pilgrimage to Makkah — once in a lifetime if you have the means and ability.
Today's Action
Memorise these five — they're the skeleton of your daily and yearly life.
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