Islamic Beliefs & Practices

Islam is a major world religion, with over 1 billion followers worldwide (1/5 of the world population). Here you can find basic information about the faith, including what Muslims believe, how the faith is practiced in daily life, where Muslims live, and common misconceptions about the faith.

Basics
General information about Islam, including basic information about the faith and a glossary of common terms.

• Introduction to Islam
• Definition: "Muslim" vs. "Islamic"
• Shia and Sunni Muslims
• Muslim Population of the World
• Top Introductory Books About Islam

Common Misconceptions
There is a lot of erroneous information floating around regarding the faith of Islam: that Muslims worship a moon god or a black stone; that Islam degrades women; that Muslims are all violent terrorists; etc. Here we set the record straight.

• Top 10 Myths About Islam
• Is Islam an "Arab" religion?
• Is terrorism sanctioned in Islam?
• Does the Qur'an say to "kill the infidel?"
• Is the crescent moon a symbol of Islam?

Articles of Faith
Muslims believe in six main articles of faith, which outline their beliefs in God, prophets, books of revelation, angels, the hereafter, and destiny.

• Faith in God (Allah)
• Faith in God's Prophets
• Faith in God's Revealed Books
• Faith in Angels
• Faith in the Day of Judgment
• Faith in Destiny (Divine Decree)
• Muslim Story of Creation