Understanding the Shahada: The First Pillar of Islam
You can recite it in fifteen seconds. Two simple sentences. No baptism required. No ceremony needed. Just sincere belief and these words spoken aloud. The Shahada—Islam’s declaration of faith—is the simplest entry into any major religion. But don’t mistake simplicity for insignificance. These two sentences built an empire, unified diverse peoples, and changed the course of human history. This is why.