format_quote Originally Posted by
mysticalrain
So recently, I've been able to break free of my propaganda vest and explore what the real Islam is really about. I've come to the conclusion that if practiced right, this can be a healthy way of life for all. And with all the crap going on in the world, this is one of the last moral systems that are standing. Things really are crazy right now.
But, I want to convert badly, but there are problems:
1) I don't know how to face the Kaaba.
2) No mosques in my area
3) I don't know arabic and I'm still learning english so it will be hard to recite all the prayers in arabic during prayer time.
4) There is info on the net I can lookup but it's all scattered and not complete so if anyone can offer me a book or something to read because I need some base to start off on.
I also am very aware of what is going on recently, especially as of now, Sept 6, 2009. This has been a crazy year and as I am typing this, I am aware Islam is growing faster by the second and I want to join in. But I need some more info first. I've already read the quran, and it's the best book ever!
Dear Brother/Sister in Islam,
Congrats to you for choosing the ultimate way of Life, May Allah shower his blessings on you and others you are following the Right path.
Please be aware that Islam is religion of intentions + actions, if you have right intention to do something, then i doesn't matter if you are facing Ka'aba or not, as Allah all mighty exist in each and every direction, although you can use google technology to identify the direction.
Same applies on other aspects of life, Islam is all about being Just and Kind, be Just to your self and family and be Kind to your kins and neighbors, you this, all other pieces will fall into right square.
In Quran have given the advice to maintain the balance, it can be the Balanced Diet, it can be the balance between your home and office life, it can be balance between fun and prayer times. Please do remember Islam does not preach, advocate extermism, not under any circumstances.
Please do remember me in your prayers.