Islamic Knowledge Library
Topic-by-topic guides to faith, purification, prayer, fasting, zakat, Hajj, the Quran and daily worship.
Faith and foundations
Islamic faith includes belief in God, angels, revealed books, prophets, the Last Day and divine decree. Read the linked Diyanet guide for detail.
Purification: wudu, ghusl, tayammum
Wudu is ritual washing before prayer. Ghusl is a full-body washing required in certain states; tayammum has conditions when water is unavailable or cannot be used.
Prayer and qibla
The five daily prayers have set times and units. The guides explain qibla and the distinction between obligatory and sunnah prayers.
Fasting
The Ramadan fast runs from dawn to sunset. For illness, travel or medical treatment, check the linked Diyanet ruling for your circumstances.
Zakat and Hajj
Zakat applies to qualifying wealth. Hajj is obligatory once for those able to undertake it; check the source for individual conditions.
Quran and interpretation
Reading, listening to and reflecting on the Quran are forms of worship. Use a reliable commentary to understand verses in context.
Dua, dhikr and religious dates
Dua and dhikr can be part of everyday life. Avoid promises of guaranteed outcomes from fixed counts; check religious dates in the official calendar.
Fitr charity and sacrifice
Eligibility and recipients for Fitr charity and the conditions for sacrifice require separate checks.
Family life
Marriage procedures should protect the rights of spouses and children; check individual circumstances with a qualified source.
Rights and trade
Respect for others' rights and lawful earnings are part of religious life.
Funeral and bereavement
Learn funeral prayer and burial practice from reliable sources, distinguishing custom from religious duty.
