Islam is an Arabic word which means peace, purity, acceptance and commitment. The religion of Islam is the complete acceptance of the teachings and the guidance of God, (i.e surrender to the Will of Allah).

A muslim is one who accepts freely and willingly the supreme power of Allah and strives for total reorganisation of this life according to the revealed teachings of God. He also works towards the establishment of a just social order which would totaly reflect the guidance of God.