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**Abdul Baari** · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Subhanallah! Mashallah thats really really good

Quote:

May Allah (swt) guide u & ur fiancee on the path that is MOST PLEASING to HIM & protect both of you from the torments of this world & the hereafter

Ameen thumma ameen

May i just ask..how did you manage to convince your fiance?

snakelegs · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

thanks for getting back to us. i hope you and your wife-to-be have a long and happy life together. your journey will be easier because you have each other.

as for doubts, i think they are quite normal and nothing to fear.

piXie · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Masha'Allaah, thts wonderful news!

May Allah make it easy for u both and always keep u guided. send my salam to your fiance!

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Originally Posted by Alpha Dude

Would you mind telling us what it was that changed her mind (Alhamdulilah)?

it was me. i made du'a for her

NYCmuslim · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

SubhanAllah!

I remember your first post when you were considering reverting to Islam and mentioned how it would be very difficult for your girlfriend if you did.

I'm glad you and her finally found the truth and you guys are now on the right path and all you have to do is walk it. It will be hard changing your way of life but I pray that Allah (swt) will make it easy for you guys. Remember, knowledge breeds confidence. The more you learn about Islam the more comfortable and proud you will be in being Muslims. We at the message boards are here for guidance and support. May Allah (swt) guide you both.

Once again, congradulations!!

Peace be to you all.

Al_Imaan · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Welcome to Islam! Ameen to all the dua's and I wish you and your fiancee a happy life together filled with Allah's belssings.

ISLAMASWEENEY · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Allah Akbar Welcome To Islam Brother.

Skye Ephémérine · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Allah Akbar Allah Akbar Allah AkbarWelcome to Islam my brother... You've warmed my heart.. May Allah guide you with assured steps strengthen your iman and bless you BOTH here and the here after... as well as this umma
Ameen

ISLAMASWEENEY · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Here Here ,

nevesirth · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

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Originally Posted by ISLAMASWEENEY

Here Here ,

whats the meaning of islamasweeny akhi?

islamirama · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

As'salaamu alaikum bro,

welcome to the religion of brotherhood. I'm glad you reverted as well as your fiancee. Indeed it is a reversion because we all are born Muslims. Right now you are better than us (in deeds) because Prophet (saws) said whoever converts/reverts, all his previous sins are forgiven and they start anew with a fresh slate. Inshallah remember us and the ummah in your duas.

Advice for New Muslims or those considering Islam

Practical tips from fellow convert, Saraji Umm Zaid.

So, you are a new Muslim. Mabrouk, congratulations. Or perhaps you are thinking about taking your shahada (profession of Islamic faith). I would like to offer some advice, if I may. Having been through what you may be about to experience, I pass this on only in the hopes that you may avoid some of my mistakes, insha'Allah.

1. Don't jump feet first.
This is so important, not just when coming to Islam, but in any aspect of your life. A lot of times, new shahadas are overwhelmed with what is happening. A new religion, new life rules, new politics. Many are eager to join every Islamic group on the face of the earth. Others start playing scholar within a few months. Many people feel like they have to speak Arabic within a month. This is not so. Language doesn't make the Muslim. Take it slowly and pay attention.

2. LEARN YOUR PRAYERS!!!
Make it the first thing you do. Forget about learning Arabic, memorizing hadith, becoming involved in politics, or anything else! LEARN YOUR PRAYERS. I would recommend that you start learning them before your shahada, when you become seriously interested in Islam. I can't stress to you how important this is! I learned the hard way. I am still struggling with part of the prayer now, almost one year later! In the Qur'an we read:

Successful indeed are the believers. Those who offer their prayers with humility and attentiveness. (23: 1-2) Also:

Verily, Prayer prevents one from shameful and evil deeds. (29:45)

There is also a saying from Hadith:

The Prophet (saws) said:

"Between a man, and between shirk and kufr there is the abandonment of Prayer" (shirk is the worship of objects other than Allah, and kufr is disbelief in Allah and the Message He sent) (reported by Jaabir ra in at Tirmidhi)

3. Don't let set backs keep you down.
Many new shahadas report that they encounter racism from Muslims. Others say that there is a visible lack of support when they seek it, leaving them feeling alienated. This is a dangerous place to be. Your feelings of resentment and lonliness, your hurt pride could turn you away from Islam, even though your heart longs to submit. I emphasize here that this doesn't happen to every Muslim, and many Muslims open their hearts and homes to new shahadas! But I have seen it enough to know that there are people who slip through the cracks. If you can't find a Muslim community or people willing or able to help you, there are other resources. There are websites, mailing lists, and Islamic support groups that can help you learn your prayers.

All it takes is a little effort. And in the end, Islam isn't about other people, or how many friends you make. It is about you and your Creator. On the last day, you, and no one else, will be responsible for your actions (or lack thereof).

Finally, I have this to say: Allahu Alim Allah knows best.

He knows better than you do what is good for you and what is bad for you. He has a plan for you, and His Love and Mercy is so great that your only choice is to trust in Him and submit to His Will. Sometimes you won't like it. Life gets "ugly" sometimes. It is hard, it is scary, and it is messy. Nothing comes gift wrapped with a bow on top. Islam reminds us that this short, messy, hard and beautiful life is short. The life after this one is what counts! The goal is Heaven, Paradise, Jannah.

Insha'Allah we will make it.

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More advices from other converts @ http://www.convertstoislam.org/intro...newmuslims.htm

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Some start up links

Ablution - Flash - http://www.islamway.com/islambase/Is...ultioneng.html

How to pray - Flash - http://www.islamicfinder.org/prayer/index.html

Online Quran with audio recitation -http://quran.islamicnetwork.com/

New muslim discussion/mailing list - see my signature

'Abd-al Latif · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Michael

This afternoon in the mosque, after talking to one of the senior Muslim brothers, I laid my hand on the Holy Qur'an and recited the Shahadah. Later, after talking to the same brother, my fiancee also accepted Islam.

Please make du'a for the two of us, and especially me that I may be able to practice my new faith without doubts (which I'm having).

asalamu alykum warahmatullhi wabaraktuh, May the peace and blessings and the mercy of Allah (swt) be upon you, my dear brother in islam!

Welcome to the family, may Allah (swt) give you understanding of the religion and give u jannah. ameen.

amani · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh!

such a blessed month to revert in All praise is due to Allah

Brother, remember both you and your fiance have had sins cancelled out prior to islam.
may Allah bless and protect you both, please remember us all in your duas!!!!!

Allahu akbar, remember if you have any questions inshaAllah we can help you with or any other query let us know

syilla · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

MashaAllah mabrook akhee Michael

and now...to start the salah (prayer).

Step by step akhee and don't rush

Da'watul-Allaah · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

AsalamuALaykum warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh,

welcome

to

Islam

Be good yea...

buriedaway_4536 · **Re: I finally accepted Islam!! -** 09-21-2007

MashaAllah!!

Welcome to Islam.
May Allah (swt) continue to guide you and your fianceé. Ameen.

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snakelegs nusrat fanatic Status: Offline Posts: 6,250 Reputation: 28309 Rep Power: 57 Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: California Way of Life: Agnostic	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 thanks for getting back to us. i hope you and your wife-to-be have a long and happy life together. your journey will be easier because you have each other. as for doubts, i think they are quite normal and nothing to fear. __________________ each man thinks of his own fleas as gazelles question authority

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NYCmuslim Seeking Truth Status: Offline Posts: 147 Reputation: 906 Rep Power: 8 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: New York City, USA Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 SubhanAllah! I remember your first post when you were considering reverting to Islam and mentioned how it would be very difficult for your girlfriend if you did. I'm glad you and her finally found the truth and you guys are now on the right path and all you have to do is walk it. It will be hard changing your way of life but I pray that Allah (swt) will make it easy for you guys. Remember, knowledge breeds confidence. The more you learn about Islam the more comfortable and proud you will be in being Muslims. We at the message boards are here for guidance and support. May Allah (swt) guide you both. Once again, congradulations!! Peace be to you all.

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islamirama www.islamqa.com Status: Offline Posts: 2,464 Reputation: 7345 Rep Power: 21 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Prison (duniya) Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 As'salaamu alaikum bro, welcome to the religion of brotherhood. I'm glad you reverted as well as your fiancee. Indeed it is a reversion because we all are born Muslims. Right now you are better than us (in deeds) because Prophet (saws) said whoever converts/reverts, all his previous sins are forgiven and they start anew with a fresh slate. Inshallah remember us and the ummah in your duas. Advice for New Muslims or those considering Islam Practical tips from fellow convert, Saraji Umm Zaid. So, you are a new Muslim. Mabrouk, congratulations. Or perhaps you are thinking about taking your shahada (profession of Islamic faith). I would like to offer some advice, if I may. Having been through what you may be about to experience, I pass this on only in the hopes that you may avoid some of my mistakes, insha'Allah. 1. Don't jump feet first. This is so important, not just when coming to Islam, but in any aspect of your life. A lot of times, new shahadas are overwhelmed with what is happening. A new religion, new life rules, new politics. Many are eager to join every Islamic group on the face of the earth. Others start playing scholar within a few months. Many people feel like they have to speak Arabic within a month. This is not so. Language doesn't make the Muslim. Take it slowly and pay attention. 2. LEARN YOUR PRAYERS!!! Make it the first thing you do. Forget about learning Arabic, memorizing hadith, becoming involved in politics, or anything else! LEARN YOUR PRAYERS. I would recommend that you start learning them before your shahada, when you become seriously interested in Islam. I can't stress to you how important this is! I learned the hard way. I am still struggling with part of the prayer now, almost one year later! In the Qur'an we read: Successful indeed are the believers. Those who offer their prayers with humility and attentiveness. (23: 1-2) Also: Verily, Prayer prevents one from shameful and evil deeds. (29:45) There is also a saying from Hadith: The Prophet (saws) said: "Between a man, and between shirk and kufr there is the abandonment of Prayer" (shirk is the worship of objects other than Allah, and kufr is disbelief in Allah and the Message He sent) (reported by Jaabir ra in at Tirmidhi) 3. Don't let set backs keep you down. Many new shahadas report that they encounter racism from Muslims. Others say that there is a visible lack of support when they seek it, leaving them feeling alienated. This is a dangerous place to be. Your feelings of resentment and lonliness, your hurt pride could turn you away from Islam, even though your heart longs to submit. I emphasize here that this doesn't happen to every Muslim, and many Muslims open their hearts and homes to new shahadas! But I have seen it enough to know that there are people who slip through the cracks. If you can't find a Muslim community or people willing or able to help you, there are other resources. There are websites, mailing lists, and Islamic support groups that can help you learn your prayers. All it takes is a little effort. And in the end, Islam isn't about other people, or how many friends you make. It is about you and your Creator. On the last day, you, and no one else, will be responsible for your actions (or lack thereof). Finally, I have this to say: Allahu Alim Allah knows best. He knows better than you do what is good for you and what is bad for you. He has a plan for you, and His Love and Mercy is so great that your only choice is to trust in Him and submit to His Will. Sometimes you won't like it. Life gets "ugly" sometimes. It is hard, it is scary, and it is messy. Nothing comes gift wrapped with a bow on top. Islam reminds us that this short, messy, hard and beautiful life is short. The life after this one is what counts! The goal is Heaven, Paradise, Jannah. Insha'Allah we will make it. ----------- More advices from other converts @ http://www.convertstoislam.org/intro...newmuslims.htm ------------- Some start up links Ablution - Flash - http://www.islamway.com/islambase/Is...ultioneng.html How to pray - Flash - http://www.islamicfinder.org/prayer/index.html Online Quran with audio recitation -http://quran.islamicnetwork.com/ New muslim discussion/mailing list - see my signature __________________ BF+GF=marriage ..../... Islam & Dating Muslim Youth wake-up ..../.... who is your role model

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amani . Status: Offline Posts: 6,808 Reputation: 23100 Rep Power: 56 Join Date: Mar 2005 Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh! such a blessed month to revert in All praise is due to Allah Brother, remember both you and your fiance have had sins cancelled out prior to islam. may Allah bless and protect you both, please remember us all in your duas!!!!! Allahu akbar, remember if you have any questions inshaAllah we can help you with or any other query let us know

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syilla not trying hard enuf Status: Offline Posts: 4,495 Reputation: 13799 Rep Power: 36 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: malaysia Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 MashaAllah mabrook akhee Michael and now...to start the salah (prayer). Step by step akhee and don't rush __________________ 25:36 And the true servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk the earth with humility and when the ignorant address them, they respond with words of peace.

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Da'watul-Allaah # Ramadhan 08!! # Status: Offline Posts: 8,286 Reputation: 32365 Rep Power: 65 Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: UK Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 AsalamuALaykum warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, welcome to Islam Be good yea... __________________ "Hold on to the Sunnah like a lion grips its prey" - Sheikh Shuraim ♥

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buriedaway_4536 It broke! Status: Offline Posts: 593 Reputation: 2124 Rep Power: 12 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Melbourne, Australia. Gender: Way of Life: Muslim	Re: I finally accepted Islam!! - 09-21-2007 MashaAllah!! Welcome to Islam. May Allah (swt) continue to guide you and your fianceé. Ameen. __________________ ]