The Five Pillars of Islam are the core beliefs and practices of Islam. According to them, the Muslim’s obedience to Allah is measured. So, it’s our duty as Muslims to understand the rights we owe to Allah (SWT).
Learning the 5 Pillars of Islam (arkān al-Islām أركان الإسلام; also arkān ad-dīn أركان الدين “pillars of the religion”) is mandatory to all Muslims; as they are the foundation of Muslim’s life.
The first pillar is to testify that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah. The second is to establish the five daily prayers as long as you are alive. The third is to pay Zakat (alms) if your wealth reaches the limit specified for Zakat. The fourth pillar is to observe fasting in Ramadan as long as you are not sick or traveling. The fifth is to perform Hajj (pilgrimage) if you are financially and physically capable.
Due to the importance of learning pillars of Islam for every Muslim in the world, Quran Square presents Online 5 Pillars of Islam Course for those Muslims who are either Non-Arabs or living in Non-Muslim countries.
Now, you or your kids can take online Pillars of Islam classes with highly-qualified Islam scholars from Al-Azhar University through one-to-one live sessions. Our Islamic tutors will explain in detail the 5 Pillars of Islam, discuss how the 5 pillars of Islam are 5 things Muslims do to keep their faith strong as well as teaching new religious studies.
What You’ll Learn in 5 Pillars of Islam Course
- Introduction to the 5 pillars of Islam & their importance
Getting to know the pillars of Islam that Allah ordered us to do in the Quran and promised us if we keep these pillars and perform them for the sake of Allah only, we will win this life and hereafter. - The Profession of Faith (Shahada)
The belief that “There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God” is central to Islam. This phrase, written in Arabic, is often prominently featured in architecture and a range of objects, including the Qur’an, Islam’s holy book of divine revelations. One becomes a Muslim by reciting this phrase with conviction. - Daily Prayers (Salat)
Muslims are expected to pray five times a day. This does not mean that they need to attend a mosque to pray; rather, the salat, or the daily prayer, should be recited five times a day. - Alms-Giving (Zakat)
In accordance with Islamic law, Muslims donate a fixed portion of their income to community members in need. Many rulers and wealthy Muslims build mosques, drinking fountains, hospitals, schools, and other institutions both as a religious duty and to secure the blessings associated with a charity. - Fasting The Month of Ramadan (Sawm)
During the holy month of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, Muslims are expected to fast from dawn to dusk. While there are exceptions made for the sick, elderly, and pregnant, all are expected to refrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours. - Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)
All Muslims who are able to, are required to make the pilgrimage to Mecca and the surrounding holy sites at least once in their lives. Pilgrimage focuses on visiting the Kaaba and walking around it seven times. The pilgrimage occurs in the 12th month of the Islamic Calendar.
Course Features
- Verified & Certified Tutors
Quran Square selects only the best tutors from Al-Azhar, one of the world’s most prestigious Islamic universities, to guide you through the course. - Personalized One-On-One Online Sessions
Quran Square provides one-on-one interactive video sessions to help you and your family get the best learning experience with multimedia features. - REAL Free Trial
Get a free trial class for any course of your choice to evaluate our tutors and courses, you are not obligated to continue taking the course after the trial if you are not satisfied. - Female Tutors
Quran Square have qualified Female Scholars for children and sisters. - Completion Certificates
Get a certificate after completing the course, stating that you have passed the course successfully. All you have to do is pass a simple test and you will be given the certificate. - Online Classes Around The Clock (24/7)
The courses are scheduled according to the convenience of the students so that obtaining the course can easily be adjusted according to their daily routine without any hassle. - High-Quality Course Materials
Quran Square carefully hand-picks teaching materials to achieve the best results, designed by expert Arabic speakers and Islam scholars. - Special Offers for Families & Groups
We provide special pricing plans & packages for families & groups who take our courses, so you and all of your family can learn online easier and cheaper as well.