Who are Muslims?

A Global Faith Community
Reaching The Globe

Muslims are followers of Islam, a monotheistic Abrahamic religion that originated in the 7th century CE in the Arabian Peninsula with the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Today, Islam is the second-largest religion in the world, with over 1.9 billion adherents, spread across every continent and almost every country.

Muslims are not a monolith. They come from different ethnicities, cultures, and linguistic backgrounds. While the largest Muslim populations are found in countries like Indonesia, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, there are vibrant Muslim communities in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, North America, and beyond.

Muslims today are scientists, teachers, artists, business owners, doctors, and public servants. They are raising families, contributing to economies, and enriching cultures. From Nobel Prize winners to everyday heroes, Muslims are active participants in the global story.