Like many other religions, the Muslim faith has experienced many changes and ramifications. Like Christianity, the original faith is still practiced by some, but others have started new branches with their own unique interpretation of being Muslim. Despite these differences within the Muslim religion, a set of rules for moral guidance is essential for all. These rules are the five pillars of Islam. The Five Pillars serve as a moral compass for Muslims and are universally accepted as they are specifically mentioned in the Quran, the Muslim holy book of God's words recited to Muhammad (Molloy, 425). The first of the Five Pillars is belief. The creed states: "There is no God but Allah, and Muhammad is his messenger" (Molloy, 431). This pillar is the core of the Muslim faith. When the creed is recited and believed, that person is now believed to be truly a Muslim. This message is also found everywhere in the Muslim faith. It is recited daily and often written in mosques and private homes (Molloy, 431). The second pillar is prayer. Devout Muslims pray five times a day, at dawn, noon, mid-afternoon, dusk, and at night (Molloy, 432). The prayer process for Muslims is rich in rituals. The prayers are joined by a muezzin from the top of a tower called a minaret. Another ritual involved in prayer includes a purification process with water or sand, in which the believer cleanses his hands, arms, face, neck, and feet before beginning. Believers always pray facing Mecca, regardless of whether they are praying in a mosque, at home or somewhere else. However, if they are praying in a mosque, there will be a leader who orchestrates the recitation, as well as instructs the followers on the various body positions... in the center of the paper... I believe there is a constant battle of good and evil on earth, and choosing to lead a fair and compassionate life will lend itself well to leading a “good life” (Molloy, 431). Despite the ever-changing Muslim community, the core structure of their religion, especially the The Five Pillars of Islam promotes a morally sound life among its people. After completing readings on Islamic beliefs, it is easy to see and appreciate the emphasis these people place on community and human dignity. Other religions and organizations around the world could certainly benefit from education on the rituals and values ​​of Muslim people. Works Cited Molloy, M. (2010). Experiencing world religions: Tradition, challenge, and change (5th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.Van Voorst, R. (2011). Anthology of World Scriptures (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.