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    Islam began in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula under the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a monotheistic faith that believes in one God, Allah, and that Muhammad is the final prophet who received revelations in the form of the Quran. The five pillars of Islam - declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage - form the foundation of Islamic faith and practice. Islam spread rapidly and continues to be one of the major world religions today, with over 1.8 billion followers globally.

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    Islam began in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula under the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a monotheistic faith that believes in one God, Allah, and that Muhammad is the final prophet who received revelations in the form of the Quran. The five pillars of Islam - declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage - form the foundation of Islamic faith and practice. Islam spread rapidly and continues to be one of the major world religions today, with over 1.8 billion followers globally.

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    Islam began in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula under the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a monotheistic faith that believes in one God, Allah, and that Muhammad is the final prophet who received revelations in the form of the Quran. The five pillars of Islam - declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage - form the foundation of Islamic faith and practice. Islam spread rapidly and continues to be one of the major world religions today, with over 1.8 billion followers globally.

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    Islam

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    Islam began in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula under the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a monotheistic faith that believes in one God, Allah, and that Muhammad is the final prophet who received revelations in the form of the Quran. The five pillars of Islam - declaration of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage - form the foundation of Islamic faith and practice. Islam spread rapidly and continues to be one of the major world religions today, with over 1.8 billion followers globally.

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    Introduction

    Islam is one of the major world religions, with over 1.8 billion followers globally. It is a
    monotheistic faith that was founded by the Prophet Muhammad in the 7th century CE in the
    Arabian Peninsula. Islam is a comprehensive religion that covers all aspects of life, including
    personal beliefs, social norms, and political ideologies. In this essay, we will explore the history,
    beliefs, and practices of Islam, as well as its impact on society.

    History

    Islam began in the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century CE. The founder of Islam, Prophet
    Muhammad, was born in Mecca in approximately 570 CE. He began receiving revelations from
    God at the age of 40 and spent the rest of his life preaching the message of Islam. His followers,
    known as Muslims, faced persecution in Mecca and eventually migrated to Medina in 622 CE.
    This migration, known as the Hijra, marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

    Muhammad continued to preach and spread the message of Islam, and his followers grew in
    number. In 630 CE, he led a group of Muslims back to Mecca and conquered the city. This
    event, known as the Conquest of Mecca, marked a major turning point in the history of Islam.
    Islam continued to spread throughout the Arabian Peninsula and beyond, eventually becoming
    one of the major world religions.

    Beliefs

    Islam is a monotheistic religion that believes in one God, Allah. Muslims believe that Allah is
    the creator of the universe and the source of all goodness and mercy. They believe that Allah has
    sent messengers to guide humanity throughout history, including Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses,
    and Jesus. The final messenger is believed to be Prophet Muhammad, who received the final
    revelation from Allah in the form of the Quran.

    Muslims believe in the five pillars of Islam, which are the foundation of their faith. The first
    pillar is the declaration of faith, or the shahada, which states that there is no god but Allah and
    that Muhammad is his messenger. The second pillar is prayer, or salah, which Muslims are
    required to perform five times a day facing the Kaaba in Mecca. The third pillar is giving to
    charity, or zakat, which requires Muslims to donate a portion of their wealth to those in need.
    The fourth pillar is fasting, or sawm, which is observed during the month of Ramadan. The fifth
    pillar is the pilgrimage to Mecca, or hajj, which Muslims are required to undertake at least once
    in their lifetime if they are able.

    Practices

    Islam is a comprehensive religion that covers all aspects of life, including personal beliefs, social
    norms, and political ideologies. Islamic law, or Shariah, is based on the teachings of the Quran
    and the Hadith, which are collections of the sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad. Shariah
    covers a wide range of topics, including family law, criminal law, and financial transactions.

    Islamic worship services, or salah, are performed five times a day facing the Kaaba in Mecca.
    Muslims are required to perform ablutions, or wudu, before praying. The Friday prayer, or
    jumu'ah, is a special congregational prayer that is performed in a mosque.

    Islamic culture is diverse and varies depending on the country and region. Islamic art and
    architecture are known for their intricate geometric patterns and calligraphy. Islamic music and
    poetry are also an important part of the cultural heritage of the Muslim world.

    Impact on Society

    Islam has had a significant impact on society throughout history. The Islamic Golden Age, which
    lasted from the 8th to the 14th centuries, was a period of great scientific, cultural, and intellectual
    achievement in the Muslim world. Muslim scholars made major contributions to fields such as
    mathematics, astronomy, medicine,

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