A belief system that is clearly defined including what to believe and what not to believe and how to do so 

It may have a specific God or numerous Gods

Following a messenger

Focus on commands, laws, mantrams (prayers), repentance and rewards 

Following concepts of a sacred book 

Invent and narrate “literally interpreted” magic stories and tales of prophets, disciples, hadiths and hadith compilers

Includes worship, teachings, rules, laws, commands, expressions, sharia, rituals and theology 

Address a community