Imagine getting lost in a scorching desert and finally seeing an oasis in front of you. Walking through a building where color bursts through the doors like children running towards recess and the stories of Muslim heroes described right before your eyes; open for the world to see with nothing to hide; this is Islam. Although one may consider Islam to be a monotonous religion, Islam has a unique way of socially accepting Muslims, great advancements in architecture, and distinctive works of art. Islam is a monotheistic religion that follows the sacred text called the Quran. To be a Muslim, one must follow the five pillars of Islam and show dedication to Allah (God). With the development of the unique culture of Islam came a brilliant artistic language that represents the stories behind the faces, dedication to Allah and the rich culture of all Muslims. share. Islamic architecture is based on both religious and non-religious types of composition which can be found in mosques, tombs, fortresses and palaces. Even though there are many different laws and lifestyles, with communication and the same dedication to God, Islamic culture thrives on its diversity and similarity. Islam is a monotheistic religion that follows the sacred text called the Quran. Born in 570 AD, Muhammad was believed to be a messenger and prophet of God. In 610 AD, Muhammad claims to have been visited by the angel Gabriel and experienced his first revelation from God. Three years later, Muhammad he began preaching that “God is One” and that he was a prophet. Once Muhammad gained some followers, he sent some of his followers to Abyssinia. When he and his followers migrated from Mecca to Media, it marked a special event also known as Hijra, which marks the beginning of the I... middle of the paper... the word great doesn't even begin to describe the palaces in the 'Islam. You enter and see a palace full of colors exploding from every corner and stories told through every piece of tile built into the palace. Even though there are many different laws and ways of life, with communication and the same dedication to God, the Islamic culture flourishes due to its diversity and at the same time its similarity. Communication is fundamental in any religion; with God and with other Muslims. Today, 23% of the world's population is Muslim, making Islam the second most widespread religion in the world. Although one may consider Islam to be a monotonous religion, Islam has a unique way of socially accepting Muslims, great advancements in architecture, and distinctive works of art. Islam has thrived and succeeded due to its diversity and acceptance and that is why Islam is the second largest religion in the world.