Terms
This word means recitation
Qur'an
The Pillar that involves a pilgrimage to Mecca
Hijj
This occurs during the 9th month of the Islamic calendar & involves a month of fasting
Ramadan
This records the oral tradition of Muhammad's many customs & practices
Sunnah
The Pillar that involves fasting
Sawm
He was responsible for getting the Qur'an written down
Uthman
Similar to the Sunnah, this records & supports the many customs & practices of Muslims
Hadith
The Pillar that involves giving Alms to the needy
Zakah
Shari'ah
The honorary title given to someone who memorizes the entire Qur'an
Hafiz
The Pillar that is a declaration of faith & considered the most important
Shahadah
The Sunni scholars who are responsible for the interpretation of the Islamic Law
Ulama
This is the name of the Islamic Community
Ummah
This pillar involves prayer 5 times a day
Salah
The tax the helps the wealthy share with those who are less fortunate
Zakah