Shahada is the first pillar of islam .

It is a pledge by Muslims
towards God and forms an important part of their belief and faith.
Its words are few but are significant : ‘I bear witness that there is no
god but Allah , I bear witness that Muhammad (PBUH) is the messenger
of Allah”.The belief in one Allah is the central tenet of the Islamic faith,
around which all else revolves.The second part of the Shahada requires
Muslims to acknowledge and testify to the belief in the Prophet Muhammad
(peace be upon him) as Allah’s messenger. This serves as a reminder to
Muslims of the importance of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon
him), but also as a reminder to never associate partners with Allah, for He
is just a messenger, and Allah remains one God alone. Shahda is a is a
sacred testament given for Muslims to uphold throughout their lifetime
and embody in all of their actions and intentions.Muslims
recite the
Shahada once or twice in their Salah, which they are
obliged to do during five different times of the day.The
Shahadah is also recited in the Athan (call to prayer).
The Shahadah is spoken as the first words a Muslim
baby hears upon entering the world as part of the
adhan, and Muslims strive for the Shahadah to be
their last words upon their death.When someone
wishes to convert to Islam as their religion, reciting
the Shahadah marks their entrance into Islam and
their life as a Muslim.Shahada acts as a unifying force,
creating a sense of belonging and unity among Muslims. By
sharing the same declaration of faith, Muslims worldwide
establish a bond that transcends geographical, cultural, and
ethnic boundaries. The Shahada forms the foundation of a
collective identity that unites Muslims as members of the
ummah, the global Muslim community. It fosters a strong
community spirit, where individuals support and care for one
another, collectively upholding the values and principles of
Islam. It serves as a constant reminder of one’s duty to live in
accordance with Islamic principles, fostering a sense of
accountability, and guiding Muslims in their conduct,
relationships, and moral choices