| Basic Islam |
| There is only one God, called "Allah". Allah's last prophet was Muhammad (pbuh). Muhammad (pbuh) was not a god, he was a man through whom God revealed his will. Although Muslims revere Muhammad (pbuh) they do not worship him. Everything and everyone depends on Allah, All Muslims, of whatever race, are members of one community; the "ummah". Muslims are guided to follow Allah's will by The holy book, the Qur'an, which Muslims regard as the unaltered word of God. The example set by Muhammad's (pbuh) life. Every Muslim must perform the duties known as the Five Pillars of Islam The Muslim place of worship is called a mosque. The word comes from the Arabic for "place of prostration". Muslims believe that they have one life, after which they are judged. Islam seeks and welcomes converts. Ramadan: For one month each year Muslims the world over fast as part of a special time for prayer and self-examination. *** Listen here to the experiences and thoughts of British Muslims during Ramadam. 'Eid Al Fitr': This religious festival of marks the breaking of the fast and the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Congregational prayers are held, gifts exchanged, delicious food prepared and new clothes are worn. Listen here and join a British Muslim family as they celebrate Eid Al Fitr. |