I finally accepted Islam!!

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

format_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.

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

Behind every converting soul, there's a triumph for Islam.

Bewildred S.

Assalamu alaikum, my dear brother (akhi), congratulations on your reversion to Islam. It is wonderful that your fiance' reached the same decision. This is a wonderful opportunity for you both to grow in Islam. May Allah continue to guide you and make your transition easy.

as long as you do not force shariah on me, and as long as you are happy, then so am I.

Alhumdulilallah WELCOME BROTHER...
I WILL MAKE DU'A FOR U INSHAALLAH

salamu alykum..
mashallah tabarakallah .. welcome 2 islam brother may allah help you and your fiance wiv ur new religion.. and may Allah grant u and your fiance 2 the jannah inshallah ..
wasalamu alykum

brother,
Welcome to Islaam. May Allaah keep you and your fiance steadfast in His religion ameen!

Congratulations and welcome home bro may ALLAH put u in this religion till the end of ur breathwith best deeds Ameen..:thankyou:

format_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).

congratulations. but what kind of doubts are you having, if you dont mind my asking??