. It is the second largest religion in the world, with over 1.8 billion followers, known as Muslims. The central religious text of Islam is the Quran, which Muslims believe to be the literal word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Muslims follow the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the basic acts of worship and submission to God. These include the declaration of faith, prayer, fasting, charity, and pilgrimage to Mecca. Islam is also characterized by its emphasis on social justice, compassion, and moral conduct.
