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Whether you're a Muslim looking to become stronger in your faith or simply interested in learning about this ancient, widespread religion, wikiHow's Islam category is here to help. Our articles cover a range of topics, from wearing an Ihram to greeting others in Islam. Learn how to perform Hajj, perform Tayammum, give Dawah, and more.

Articles about Islam

Perform Wudu

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Do Mutah

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How Do You Do Ghusl After a Period?

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Greet in Islam

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What Are the Ten Rules of Islam?

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Perform Ghusl

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How Many Rakats Is Each Prayer in Islam? Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, & Isha

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What Does "Inshallah" Mean & How Do You Use It?

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16 Powerful Duas for Protection, Safety, & Well-Being

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Are Muslim and Islam the Same? Similarities & Key Differences

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7 Important Symbols in Islamic Culture

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Become a Muslim

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Nikah Requirements and Procedure (and What to Expect If You’re a Guest)

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Is a Labubu Doll Considered Haram in Islam?

What Does Jazakallah Khair (جزاك اللهُ خيرً) Mean? Plus, How to Reply to It

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Reply to “Assalamu Alaikum” (For Muslims & Non-Muslims)

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11 Islamic Sympathy Messages & Du’a for the Deceased

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A Guide to the 7 Levels of Heavens in Islam

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Why Is Eating Pork Forbidden in Islam? Religious & Cultural Reasons

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Perform Tayammum

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51+ Key Islamic Words & Phrases (With Expert Definitions)

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A Full Translation of the Ayatul Kursi & Its Many Benefits

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Bismillah (بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ) Meaning & Usage

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Are Tattoos Allowed in Islam? What the Quran & the Prophet Say

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When Should You Say “Subhanallah” and What Does It Mean?

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What Does Mashallah (مَا شَاءَ ٱللَّٰهُ) Mean?

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How Many Rakats Are in the Fajr (Dawn) Prayer in Islam?

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Pray with a Misbaha

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Dress in Dubai

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Perform Ablution (Shia)

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Perform Dua e Hajat

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Quit Porn as a Muslim

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Become a Strong Muslim

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The True Meaning of “La Ilaha illallah”

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Get Forgiveness From Allah

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The Meaning of Kun Faya Kun (in the Quran and Pop Culture)

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Find a Muslim Wife

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What Is Haram in the Islamic Faith?

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What Is Sadaqah & What Are Its Benefits?

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The Importance of the Shahada in Islam

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What Does Islam Say about Dream Interpretation?

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Convert to Islam for Marriage

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185 Popular, Traditional, and Unique Muslim Last Names

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What Does “Peace Be Upon Him” Mean in Islam?

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The 5th Kalima (Astaghfar) Arabic Meaning & English Transliteration

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Sleeping in Islam: How to Prepare, Pray & Get Restful Sleep

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Get an Islamic Divorce: A Guide to the Muslim Divorce Process

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Become a Good Muslim Girl

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What is Taqwa in the Islamic Faith? Plus, How to Develop It

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Drink Water According to Islamic Sunnah

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Cite the Quran

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Perform Muraqabah

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Convert People to Islam

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What Does SWT Mean? + Other Common Islamic Acronyms

Be a Successful Muslim Wife

Powerful Du’as for Success in Studying, Work, Life & More

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Be a Clean Muslim

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A Guide to the Hamsa Hand’s Meanings & How to Wear It

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Is Celebrating Halloween Forbidden in Islam?

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Muslim Revert vs Convert: What's the Difference?

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Convert a Christian to Islam

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What is “Tabarruj” in Islam?

Accept Islam

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How Many Rakats Are in Salah Asr? An Islamic Prayer Guide

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Have an Islamic Funeral

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Visit a Mosque (Masjid)

Lose Weight Through Islam

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What Does Shirk Mean in the Islamic Faith? (With Examples)

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Perform Hajj

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Be Closer to Allah

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Read the Qur'an

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Can Muslims Listen to Music? What the Quran Has to Say

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Memorize Ayahs from the Qur'an

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Learn About Islam

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Control Your Anger in Islam

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What Does Zakat Mean in Islam? Requirements, Importance & More

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Raise a Muslim Child

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Become an Islamic Hafiz

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Make the Most out of Ramadhan

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Recite the Qur'an Perfectly

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Solve Marriage Problems in Islam

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Be a Successful Muslim Husband

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Give Dawah

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Duas for Entering and Leaving a Mosque in Arabic & English

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Celebrate Ramadan

Become More Grateful to Allah

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Fast in Ramadan (Teens)

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A List of Quranic Words, Verses, & Quotes That Show Love to Allah

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Wish Someone a Happy Ramadan

Lose Weight During Ramadan

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Pass Time While Fasting During Ramadan

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Celebrate Muharram

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