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FIVE PILLARS

SHAHADA

he , or profession of faith, centres on two beliefs: “There is no god but God” and “Muhammad is the messenger of God”. It cements the monotheistic belief of Islam, which involves holding God as the source of existence. New during their conversion. It is also said five times a day during prayer, which is the second pillar.

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