New York, Sept. 9 -- Chairman, Long Island Multi Faith Forum
Founded: Over 1500 years ago
Founder: Prophet Mohammed (also spelled Muhammad) - Born in Mecca circa 570 and died in Medina circa 632
Origin: Mecca (present day Saudi Arabia)
Belief: "There is no God but God, and Mohammed is his apostle"
Place of Worship: Masjid or mosque, may have minaret (tower) to call to prayer
Scripture: Koran (Qur'an). Consists of 114suras(chapters) in Arabic language. Each sura (except the 9th) begins with "In the name of God, the Merciful and Compassionate."
Five Pillars: 1.Shahada- Recitation of the profession of faith (at least once in a lifetime as prescribed) 2.Salat- Five daily prayers preceded by ablutions3. Zakat- The obligatory parting of we...