2. Unifying elements of Islam –
• Umma – idea of one community
• Monotheism & Muhammad
• 5 Pillars of Islam –
Statement of Faith
Prayer
Fasting (during Ramadan)
Giving to those in need (Zakat / Alms / Tithe)
Pilgrimage to Mecca (the Hajj)
• Quran - Arabic
• Sharia – Law code