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New to Islam?
Curious about Islam? Clear, respectful answers for anyone exploring the faith for the first time — no background assumed.
Islam in Mauritius
Our community, its history and its institutions — local history, mosques, halal life and community guidance for Mauritius.
Foundations & Practice
The essentials of belief and worship — pillars, prayer, faith, and daily practice.
Practical Worship
How-to guides for salah, wudu, fasting and more.
Ramadan, Hajj & the Islamic Calendar
Fasting, Laylat al-Qadr, Hajj, Umrah and the sacred months.
Zakat & Islamic Finance
Zakat, Sadaqah, halal banking, inheritance and financial discipline.
Prophetic Wellness
Traditional remedies and the Prophetic approach to health and the heart.
Islamic Arts & Architecture
Calligraphy, geometric art, and the mosque as architecture.
Science & Scholarship
The Muslim scholars who shaped medicine, mathematics and science.
History & Civilisation
The story of Islam across time and place — caliphates, travellers and the long story of the Muslim world.
Companions & Scholars
The lives of the Sahaba and great scholars of Islam.
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What is Zakat
Discover what Zakat is in Islam, including its spiritual purpose, Nisab thresholds, Hanafi rulings, and how to calculate your obligatory 2.5% share.
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The Five Pillars
Discover the Five Pillars of Islam—Shahadah, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, and Hajj—and how these core acts of worship shape faith and daily life for Muslims.
9 min read
How to pray Salah (beginner's guide)
A complete, step-by-step beginner's guide to performing the five daily Islamic prayers (Salah), covering prerequisites, rak'ahs, and recitations.
9 min read
For newcomers
New to Islam? Start here
Plain-language answers for anyone exploring the faith for the first time — no background assumed.
How to Visit a Mosque or Ask a Question
A warm, practical guide for non-Muslims in Mauritius on visiting a local mosque respectfully, understanding basic etiquette, and asking questions in low-pressure ways.
1 min read
Islam in Mauritius: Living Side by Side
Discover the vibrant history and daily reality of Islam in Mauritius, from 18th-century arrivals to present-day interfaith harmony, shared traditions, and peaceful coexistence.
1 min read
Why Do Muslim Women Wear Hijab?
A warm and practical guide for curious readers explaining why Muslim women wear the hijab, its scriptural origins, spiritual meaning, diversity of practice, and common misconceptions.
1 min read
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How to Visit a Mosque or Ask a Question
A warm, practical guide for non-Muslims in Mauritius on visiting a local mosque respectfully, understanding basic etiquette, and asking questions in low-pressure ways.
1 min read
Islam in Mauritius: Living Side by Side
Discover the vibrant history and daily reality of Islam in Mauritius, from 18th-century arrivals to present-day interfaith harmony, shared traditions, and peaceful coexistence.
1 min read
Why Do Muslim Women Wear Hijab?
A warm and practical guide for curious readers explaining why Muslim women wear the hijab, its scriptural origins, spiritual meaning, diversity of practice, and common misconceptions.
1 min read
Frequently Asked Questions About Islam
Straightforward, honest answers to the questions non-Muslims most often ask about Islam — from prayer and fasting to Jihad, hijab, and everyday etiquette.
1 min read
What Happens When Someone Becomes Muslim?
A warm, realistic guide explaining the simple declaration of faith (Shahada), how new Muslims gradually adopt daily practices, and how family relationships and personal identities are nurtured within Mauritius's harmonious multi-faith society.
1 min read
Islam and Other Faiths: Shared Prophets
Discover how Islam views itself within the same Abrahamic prophetic tradition as Judaism and Christianity, honoring Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus as revered messengers of God.
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Questions and Misconceptions About Islam, Answered
A calm, factual guide exploring common stereotypes about Islam—from violence and women's rights to cultural diversity and the concept of God—written for curious non-Muslim readers.
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What Do Muslims Believe About God?
An accessible guide for non-Muslim readers exploring the Islamic understanding of God—from the meaning of the word 'Allah' and the central concept of Tawhid to divine attributes of mercy, comparative monotheism, and direct worship without intermediaries.
1 min read
Who Was Muhammad? An Introduction for Non-Muslims
A warm, historically grounded introduction to Prophet Muhammad for non-Muslims, exploring his life in 7th-century Arabia, personal character, relation to Abrahamic prophets, and how Muslims view his legacy today.
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