The Role of Islam in Saudi Arabia

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The role of Islam is the largest faith in Saudi Arabia. The Islamic faith has a rocognized symbol of a cresent moon and a star. This faith provides the framework of religion for the Muslim way of life in Saudi Arabia ("Islamic Faith"). The framework consists of The Five Pillars of Islam:

FIRST PILLAR; Shahada: "I witness that there is no God but God and Muhammad is the Messenger of God"

SECOND PILLAR; Salat: Pray 5 times a day

THIRD PILLAR; Sawm: Abstain each day in the Holy Month of Ramadan

FOURTH PILLAR; Zakat: Giving alms to the poor

FIFTH PILLAR; Hajj: The pilgrimage to Mecca/Makkah





Islam was born in Saudi Arabia around 610BC. It is practiced by all Saudis and governs their lives. Like Jesus brought the bible, Muhammad brought the last book called The Quran. This book is used for guidance ("Saudi Society & Culture").




Sources: "Islamic Faith." Islam in Saudi Arabia. http://www.toursaudiarabia.com/islam.html. Accessed May 24, 2009.
"SaudiSociety & Culture." Language, Culture, Customs, & Etiquette. http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/saudi-arabia-country-profile.html. Accessed May 24, 2009.