"That is their reward, Hell, because they disbelieved and took My Signs
and My Apostles by way of jest and mockery.
"Verily! Those who believe, and do righteous deeds, they shall have the
Gardens of Al-Firdaus (Paradise) for their entertainment.
"Wherein they shall dwell (forever). No desire will they have to be
removed from there.
"Say (O Muhammad!): If the ocean were ink (with which to write) the
Words of my Lord, surely the ocean would be exhausted, before the Words of My
Lord would be exhausted even if We added (another ocean) like it for its aid.
"Say (O Muhammad!), I am only a man like you, it has been inspired to me
that your God is One God (i.e. Allah). So whoever hopes for the meeting with his
Lord, let him do righteous deeds and associate none as a partner in the worship
of his Lord." (Holy Qur'an, 18:101-110).
This introduction is necessary for anyone who wishes to embrace Islam. After
this confession he (or she) should take a bath (i.e. shower, Ghusl 1)
and then offer a two-Rak'-a prayer, and act on the Five Principles of Islam.
