Homework: Investigating Islam Essay
If possible, interview a practicing Muslim individual or an imam, which can be used as an academic resource. Write an essay of 1,000 to 1,250 words that analyzes the Five Pillars of Islam.
a) Describe each of the five pillars and reflect on why they are referred to as Pillars of Islam.
b) Make a detailed analysis of how one of the pillars would function in the daily life of a particular Muslim individual.
c) Identify one ancient Christian community living or serving in an Islamic majority context, such as Coptic, Marionite, Chaldean, Armenian, etc.
Compare and contrast how this ancient community practices similar rituals as the Five Pillars of Islam.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.