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Being raised in the US, I thought I had to be christian. I researched the beliefs of different churches for years. None of them shared the beliefs I had in me from a very young age. I had come to think there was something wrong with my way of thinking. A year ago I met a Muslim. Being the curious person I am, I went online and read what Islam was about. As I read I found beliefs that had been in my heart since I was a child. I couldnt stop reading. My belief in Islam is not something that just happened recently. I shared belief in One God and modesty from a very young age. I was raised in a small white community. Islam was not something I was familiar with. It was a religion of people in other countries.

Now I struggle. Not with my faith, that is strong. I struggle to find my place in the Ummah. Sisters ask where I am from. I tell them I was born here in the US. They smile and say Alhamdulillah then walk away. I learn the best I can by studying books and online. I have no one to speak to. I tend to be a little shy when around people, so that is part of the problem. It is difficult to be alone all the time. Is there a place for white Sisters in the Muslim community?
 
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Sister,

I am going to send you a PM with my personal e-mail and we can talk from there in shaa Allah.
 
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Being raised in the US, I thought I had to be christian. I researched the beliefs of different churches for years. None of them shared the beliefs I had in me from a very young age. I had come to think there was something wrong with my way of thinking. A year ago I met a Muslim. Being the curious person I am, I went online and read what Islam was about. As I read I found beliefs that had been in my heart since I was a child. I couldnt stop reading. My belief in Islam is not something that just happened recently. I shared belief in One God and modesty from a very young age. I was raised in a small white community. Islam was not something I was familiar with. It was a religion of people in other countries.

Now I struggle. Not with my faith, that is strong. I struggle to find my place in the Ummah. Sisters ask where I am from. I tell them I was born here in the US. They smile and say Alhamdulillah then walk away. I learn the best I can by studying books and online. I have no one to speak to. I tend to be a little shy when around people, so that is part of the problem. It is difficult to be alone all the time. Is there a place for white Sisters in the Muslim community?
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Color does not matter, sister. We are all brother and sisters in Islam regardless of color/race. I would encourage you to find more information in your local mosque. Maybe the sisters have gatherings and you can get to learn some sisters.

Welcome to the forum by the way! :)

Good luck
 
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Is there a place for white Sisters in the Muslim community?
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Salam sis, if you lived in eastern europe or around russia you would only find white muslim sisters. It's a common misconception that muslims are only asian and arab.
 
Asalaamualaikum. I have not lived out of the US. I know there are white Sisters in other countries. I am only addressing my situation
 
Asalaamualaikum. Thank you for the welcome. I have gone to different gatherings. I will continue to go. Insha'Allah.
 
I am a Young White Male/Man/Guy and I was allowed to take the Shahada in the Masjid. To be honest don't tell me Im a racist but I tend to prefer White Women when it comes to sexual attraction so maybe Im a racist then ? Welcome to Islam Sister and I have met and seen Blue Eyed White Muslim Women. I know most White People are Christians and some White People are Jewish but there are White Muslims. I don't agree with White Americans who think Islam is only for dark skinned people. To be honest I don't know everyhing about my ancestry but I am of Northern European ancestry not that it makes me superior. I am not a Nationalist.

Welcome to Between 2 Worlds: Anglo-Caucasian Muslims Islam is the birthright of every human being, regardless of race, ethnicity, or national origin. This site is dedicated to the seldom recognized communities of Anglo-Saxon or Caucasian Muslims all over the world, from Bosnia, Albania, Kosova, Bulgaria, Western Turkey, Russia, the Caucasus, and to the converts, whether 1st, 2nd or 3rd generation of North America and Western Europe.
These communities are unique and face certain challenges and issues apart from their African, Middle Eastern, and Asian brethren. They are, among other things, a part of greater Europe, and on the other, a part of dar al-Islam, two worlds which historically have often been at odds with one another. Often abandoned by their fellow Muslims in other parts of the world, and subject to violent persecution at the hands of their non-Muslim countrymen at home (i.e.Bosnia, Kosova, Bulgaria, Chechnya), they endure a great deal of hardship for the sake of their faith. In addition, Anglo or Caucasian Muslims in North America and Western Europe often encounter confusion and ridicule from their non-Muslim neighbors because of their 'race', largely due to the notorious activities and sensationalism of Louis Farrakhan's so-called "Nation of Islam" (a pseudo-Islamic black supremicist organization originally founded by WD Fard and Elijah Poole in early 20th century America). Other Muslim converts may be attacked and called "traitors" or some other such names due to the current geo-political climate. It is my hope that the information available on this site will help to promote the true nature of Islam, to promote tolerance,and to encourage others to recognize and remember their Muslim brothers and sisters of all colors and backgrounds. One God - One Humanity.


http://www.geocities.ws/jrhalver/
 
Assalam o alikum

:welcome: to the forum :)

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Is there a place for white Sisters in the Muslim community?
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sure there is place for white sisters in the muslim community we're all one ummah it doesnt matter if ur white,black or tan we're all muslims we're like one big family :)
 
As'Salaamu Alaaykum - Peace be unto you!

Firstly. congratulations! and welcome to Islaam and to the forum!

Hope you enjoy your stay here and find the forum benecial towards yourself inshaa'Allaah..

Great to have another sister on board!

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Is there a place for white Sisters in the Muslim community?
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Hmm....unfortunately..I do not know of any area as I'm not located in the US, but inshaa'Allaah some sisters here can help..

However, the muslim ummah is made up muslims of all race, regardless of race, ethnicity, etc etc. You may meet sisters who are off a different race and are really welcoming.. You've got loads of sisters on here also who are from different race, background etc..
 
Asalaamualaikum Brother. Thank you for the welcome. Please feel free to send me any links that will teach and inform me. You can find me on facebook.

My mothers family is from Sweden and France. My father is native american. I look white. I was raised with alot of hate between these familys. I dont know how I survived, but I am the only person in my family that never seen color. I am faced with a new challenge now being Muslim. Non-Muslims see me as a traitor or I must have converted because I married into it. Neither is true.
 
Walaikumsalaam. Thank you for the welcome. I am sure I will find Sisters eventually. I took my Shahada in a different state. So only being Muslima for 5 months and relocating to a new state has been difficult. Thank you for the support!
 
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Walaikumsalaam. Thank you for the welcome. I am sure I will find Sisters eventually. I took my Shahada in a different state. So only being Muslima for 5 months and relocating to a new state has been difficult. Thank you for the support!
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Oh. That was my next question. I was going to ask how long you've been Muslim. MashaAllah you are very new :-)

May Allah ease everything for you. Ameeen.
 
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Asalaamualaikum Brother. Thank you for the welcome. Please feel free to send me any links that will teach and inform me. You can find me on facebook.

My mothers family is from Sweden and France. My father is native american. I look white. I was raised with alot of hate between these familys. I dont know how I survived, but I am the only person in my family that never seen color. I am faced with a new challenge now being Muslim. Non-Muslims see me as a traitor or I must have converted because I married into it. Neither is true.
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here's a great site where you can download PDS books for free sister: www.kalamullah.com

Masha-Allah, New Muslim, everytime I hear this - I get excited. Allahu Akbar indeed.

Scimi
 
Sister, please send me an e-mail. I provided you with my personal e-mail in a private message here on the forum.
 
Thank you for the link! At the end of my days I read til I fall asleep. I am so hungry for knowledge, there isnt enought time! The more I read, the more I want. At first I questioned why Islam didnt come to me years ago, but now I understand and accept what has been given. Alhamdulillah. Allah bless you Brother

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here's a great site where you can download PDS books for free sister: Masha-Allah, New Muslim, everytime I hear this - I get excited. Allahu Akbar indeed.

Scimi
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Jazak-Allah and thank you sister for the kind dua.

I am pleased you find the link useful. They have books, videos, the works... it's quite possibly the one resource site on the web that I frequent for research on matters of jurispudence and other interesting information.

I think I've downloaded all their books now. And next, I'm gonna start on the videos ;D

And yeah, reading before bed is what I do too... I think many of us do actually :)

May Allah bless you and keep you firm on the deen on Prophet Muhammad pbuh, may HE shower you with HIS blessings eternally, both in this world and the next ukhti. Ameen.

Bro Scimi
 
Allahu Akbar, Allahu Akbar- A new sister and she is hungry for islamic knowledge. Man, i love that attitude :D

I didn't spoke out my shahadah yet but as you can see i behave already as a muslim, much people see me already as one even though i can't do much here at home but sabr(patience) is the key and Insha'Allah i'm going to take my shahadah soon.
 

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