The Misconception Of Jihad

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and nightfall. It can also be performed anywhere (i.e. office, school, university) but it’s preferred to be performed at a mosque. Third, giving alms or “zakat”, is considered to be one of the most important principles of Islam. This is because it is believed that everything belongs to God and that wealth is therefore held by humans in trust. It is also preferred that “Zakat” should be given out in confidentiality. Each Muslim calculates his/her own “zakat” individually. Roughly, a person would donate 2.5 percent of his annual income or what he/she is capable of giving. For example the prophet said:
“Charity is a necessity for every Muslim. He was asked: what if a person has nothing? The prophet replied: he should work with his hands for his benefit and give something out of such earnings in charity. The companions asked: What if he is not able to work? The prophet said: He should help poor and needy persons. The companions further asked: what if he cannot do even that? The prophet said: he should urge others to do good deeds. The companions said what if he lacks that also? The prophet said: He should check himself from doing evil, which is also charity.” (The Koran)
The fourth pillar consists of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan. Each year every Muslim is obligated to fast during the holy month of Ramadan. Fasting consists of refraining from food, drinks, and sexual activity from sunrise to sunset. For those who are sick, pregnant or nursing, these individuals are permitted to break the fast and make up for them at a later date.
Fasting causes ones self to sympathize with the unfortunate by eliminatin...