Converting to the Muslim religion?

Question

I grew up a christian going to church and reading the bible but as I got older I noticed alot of things I did not like about the religion.

I studied all types of religions for a few years and The Muslim religion is the best fit for me. I think it is a beautiful religion. It tugs at my heart and I feel that it is the best fit for me.

I just want to know from other converts what did you do, where did you go to start your muslim path? I'm mexican and italian none of my family is muslim and they are all against me converting. But I feel that it is between me and Allah not between me and my family as to what religion I choose. My fiance is Yemeni and He is muslim so it helps to have him for support But being a female I would like a female observation to see what they went through the good and the bad. So i can be better prepared myself. I have so many questions but I don't know where to go for answers

If you can Help I would appreciate it.

Believe me I was christian for 20 years, I know about the bible. My choice to become muslim has nothing to do with my fiance He is happy either way he has never pressured me. It is a personal decision. I just want to know what it was like for other Women who converted. I don't need to be talked out of it.

Answer 1

Hi, I just recently reverted to being a Muslim (Muslims believe everyone are born Muslims so instead of converting, your reverting) so I'm learning about Islam like you. I find it to be a wonderful and peaceful religion as well. I just told my Mom (she is a Christian) about it and she thinks I'm turning back to God. She is really worried about me, but I think one day she will come around.

Anyways, here are some websites that I find helpful. Keep on having faith, sister.

Answer 2

I'm not a convert, just a Muslim. But I've known a lot of people who have converted, and I had loved listening to their stories. Some converts had it kinda rough at the beginning, others had it easy. But the end results was the same; all of them so far are happy and content with Islam.

You can also watch some videos posted on youtube about experieces of people who have convereted. Just type in 'Muslim' and 'convert' in the search bar, and you'll get a list of awe-aspiring stories.

I'm very glad that you've chosen Islam. May God always bless you.

And good luck!

Answer 3

Congratulations and best wishes. I am also a woman studying Islam. My husband is Muslim and helps me to understand but does not pressure me in any way to convert. I understand how it is to have unsupporting family, because mine was completely against my marriage. They are much more accepting now that they see how well my husband and his family treats me. They are also taking some time to do research of their own instead of believing everything they see on the news.

If there is a Islamic center near you, they can give you great direction and guidance. Email me if you like (email address can be found by going to my profile)

Answer 4

INDEED great choice!!

to convert to islam you simply say and believe that there is No God except Allah and that Mohammad is his Messenger. Once you say this sentence, you automatically become Muslim. From there, you start carrying on with the duties of Islam. You must do what Allah and His messenger tell you to, and stay away from what they tell you to. Islam does not tell you to do anything unless it is good for you. It also does not tell you to stay away from anything unless it is bad for you. You will notice the change in the way you look at things, the minute you become a Muslim.
To become a Muslim, simply say the following words:

Ash hadu alla ilaha illa Allah, wa ash hadu anna Mohammadan abduhu wa rasuluhu.

This means I testify and witness that there is no god worthy of being worshipped other than Allah and that Mohammad is his Messenger. You must say it and believe in it.

but u really should decide to become Muslim after reading, understanding, and being convinced, then u r greatly rewarded for it in this life and the next. And if that decision encourages others to join Islam too, then the reward is doubled: one portion for your own decision (multiplied many times), and an equal portion for the person you have helped guide to God's path with reason and gentle advice. If that person is a family member, the reward multiplies even more, since Islam places a great value on family stability and strengthening marital bonds.

you don’t absolutely have to do it publicly. After all, Islam is, first, about your relationship with your Creator and, second, about your relationship with others. However, it is a good idea to pronounce the Shahadah (testimony of faith) before one or more Muslim witnesses—or even by phone or Internet through some Web sites—because there are some legal ramifications in the case of your death, such as issues of burial and inheritance from you. I hope that does not frighten you, but Muslims must always keep in mind that they can die at any minute. None of us has any guarantee that we will live to see tomorrow. And, of course, if you ever get the chance to make Hajj—which I hope you will some day—you might need some documentation that you are Muslim in order to get a visa.

The salah is what distinguishes a Muslim from a non-Muslim, so it is essential that you learn to perform salah as soon as possible. You may have to change your sleeping habits a bit so that you can get up in time for the Fajr (dawn) Prayer, and it might take some ingenuity to find the time or place to pray at work. But it is so vital for your relationship with Allah.
For some the salah seems like a burden, but it only takes a total of perhaps 45 minutes a day. It is also refreshing—physically and spiritually—so it can actually help you to be better in your work; it should never be thought of as a waste of time.

My last piece of advice to you, sister, is not to let yourself be overwhelmed by all the new things you have to learn as a new Muslim. Be easy on yourself—but not lax. Allah doesn’t expect you to change overnight. But be steady (and slow) in your efforts. Improve yourself gradually. Don’t try to suddenly make too many lifestyle changes at one time; especially don’t throw yourself into doing many extra voluntary acts of worship. Learn the essentials, perform the essentials, and then gradually increase.

lastly i wish u best of luck and plz , if u need any thing don't hesitate to ask.

unique features of islam:
http://www.islamonline.net/fatwa/english/FatwaDisplay.asp?hFatwaID=55267

and about islam:
http://www.islamonline.net/english/introducingislam/index.shtml

peace :) may God giude u to the right path!

Answer 5

Happily for you most Western nations (based on Christianity) do not interfere with those of any religion.

However, if you know your Sharia Laws of th Muslim religion, you must know that all nations of the world which which are Muslim may TOLERATE other religion in their land but REQUIRE (by penalty of law) that any other religion MUST follow these special laws, pay homage to the religious leaders and pay fees to that religion.

If you don't know about this, then look up Muslim Sharia Laws on the web.

Answer 6

Not a Muslim myself, but if you've found a path that fits you and feels right to you. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise; only you can find your path in life.

I agree that Islam is more internally consistent than most of its Abrahamic cousins, and its basic spiritual emphases seem to be more in the spirit of honest love of God than, for instance, Christianity. I have not met enough of its followers to make a good comparison to the other Abrahamics, but those few I have met in person and online seem to be reasonably good and non-fanatic people.

Answer 7

My advice:
If you read the Quran and felt that you've found the truth, then you will find all the answer coming to you.
If you come one step nearer Allah, He will 'come' to you ten steps nearer. If you have the intention to convert you will be surprised how easy it will be. Nothing is hard or difficult when you TRULY believe in something.

Answer 8

Just know that you should not convert just because of your fiancee. My aunt is Christian and married to a Muslim, and it works! It has worked for 10 years. It's just an idea..

Answer 9

hi :
i am muslim, i born muslim, and i will not change it. u should be careful. because even in islam there are lots of lie in it.
just follow ur heart. and dont believe any thing that people tell u about islam.
i wish u got ur real rights as a human, woman, and muslim.

Answer 10

It's good that you would like to follow the path of the Qur'an and the word of Allah.

http://islam.about.com/c/ht/00/07/How_Convert_Islam0962933372.htm

Go to the link above. It describes the process in better detail than I can write here.