What is the first pillar of Islam?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Islamic Studies question asks: What is the first pillar of Islam? The correct choice is C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith). Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. Salah (Prayer)
Why not A: Salah is the second pillar of Islam.
- B. Zakat
Why not B: Zakat is the third pillar.
- C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith) ✓
- D. Hajj
Why not D: Hajj is the fifth pillar.
Correct answer
C. Shahadah (Declaration of faith)
Explanation
The five pillars of Islam begin with Shahadah — the testimony that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger. The remaining pillars are Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj.
Source: Hadith of Gabriel (Sahih Muslim / Bukhari)
Tags: Hadith
Relevant exams: PPSC Lecturer
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