Islamic Articles

Articles about prayer, Ramadan, the Quran, Hajj and Islamic lifestyle.

Prayer

How to Pray in Islam: Salah Step by Step

A clear, beginner-friendly guide to how to pray in Islam — preparation and wudu, facing the Qibla, and every movement of Salah from the opening takbir to the closing salam.

Lifestyle

Islam vs Muslim: What's the Difference?

Islam is the religion; a Muslim is a person who follows it. A clear guide to the difference — plus related mix-ups like 'Islamic' vs 'Muslim' and 'Muslim' vs 'Arab'.

Lifestyle

The Five Pillars of Islam Explained

Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm and Hajj — a clear, factual guide to the Five Pillars of Islam: what each one means, what it involves, and why it matters.

Lifestyle

What Is Islam? Beliefs, Meaning and Core Teachings

What is Islam and what do Muslims believe? A clear, factual guide to its meaning, the six articles of faith, the Quran, the prophets, and Islam's strict monotheism.

Lifestyle

When and Where Did Islam Begin? The Origins and History of Islam

Islam began in the early 7th century in Mecca and Medina. A clear, factual look at when and where it started, who Muslims believe brought it, and how it spread across the world.

Quran

The Etiquette of Reciting the Quran: A Practical Guide

From sincerity and purity to tartil, reflection and respect for the mushaf — the well-established inner and outer manners of reciting the Quran, drawn from the Quran and the Sunnah.

Prayer

How Prayer Times Are Calculated Worldwide: A Complete Guide

A clear, accurate guide to how the five daily prayer times are worked out anywhere on Earth — from the sun's position to the calculation methods that make apps differ.