Islam is a monotheistic religion founded in the 7th century by the Prophet Muhammad (s) in Arabia. Its followers, known as Muslims, adhere to the teachings of the Quran, the central religious text of Islam, and strive to live a life according to the Five Pillars of Islam. These pillars include faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage to Mecca. Islam is one of the world's major religions, with over a billion followers globally.