The Five Pillars of Islam are the five duties that Muslims must perform which are: Shahadah (professing belief in one God and that Muhammad is his prophet), Salat (praying five times a day), Zakat (giving charity), Sawm (fasting during Ramadan), and Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in a lifetime if able). These pillars help Muslims feel part of the worldwide Muslim community by following the core practices and duties of their faith.