Strength in Reversion
Posted by Muslimness converting to Islam, converts, quran, the nura Sunday, August 30, 2009
In the name of God, compassionate & merciful بِسْمِ اللهِ الرَّحْمنِ الرَّحِيمِ | السلام عليكم
Asalaamu Alaikum.
I'm writing this blog for Sister Emma, who asked that I give some tips for reverts. I'm going to try to find some resources from the Qur'an to back up what I say, but a lot of strength as a revert comes from confidence in what you believe.
The number one thing to remember throughout your journey is explained in the Quran, chapter 2, verse 286:
1. First off, if you don't have a Qur'an, ORDER ONE!!! I feel so much stronger in my faith after I have read and I know that I have Allah backing my up. I suggest Why Islam.org, you can call their hotline and get help with any Islam questions you have, and if you have them help you with Shahadah they will send you a welcome package. This will incluce many resources, and goodness knows its easier to back up your faith if you can show non-believers verses from the Qur'an.
2. Know the scientific proofs of the Qur'an! It's really amazing to learn all the ways that the Qur'an has been proven. You can find some of these proofs here.
I know what it's life to not feel accepting for reverting. A kid from school actually said that he laughed at me when he saw me in hijab the other day. However, we have to keep in mind that Allah is the only one who has an opinion worth considering. At night, when you fall asleep, do you care that the kid in your school doesn't like you or do you care that you didn't please Allah today? You're never promised tomorrow, why let the opinions and concerns of others decide rather or not you worship Allah?
When I told my mom, I thought I would vomit. I was so nauseous and so scared, but my mom saw that I was completely determined to revert to Islam. If I seemed to waver in my faith she wouldn't tell me to go for it. If you let your parents convince you not to wear a hijab, or make salat, you will not be doing any justice to Islam. The beautiful thing about Islam to me is the devotion, and if you lack that, what do you have?
It's really easy to feel lonely if you don't have a local Masjid and Muslims to back you up, but I ask Allah to remind me that he is there with me. He pulls through. It is random times when I feel alone when Allah will use those around me to show how close he really is.
Try to keep your cool when dealing with your family. If you get angry, perform Wuhdu. Ask Allah to quench the fire of your anger. Ask him to help you hold your tongue, say things that will bring him praise, and not say things that will hurt one another.
I found this wonderful link for reverts. Click here. This site gives help to reverts talking to their families for numerous circumstances and how to talk to your family! Inshallah, this site will answer any questions you may have.
May Allah bless your efforts and quide you on the straight path. May he grant you understanding of his word, strength in your faith, and open the hearts of your family to Islam.
Asalaamu Alaikum.
I'm writing this blog for Sister Emma, who asked that I give some tips for reverts. I'm going to try to find some resources from the Qur'an to back up what I say, but a lot of strength as a revert comes from confidence in what you believe.
The number one thing to remember throughout your journey is explained in the Quran, chapter 2, verse 286:
"Allah (swt) does not impose upon any soul a duty but to the extent of its ability; for it is (the benefit of) what it has earned, and upon it (the evil of) what it has wrought: Our Lord! do not punish us if we forget or make a mistake; Our Lord! do not lay on us a burden as You did lay on those before us; Our Lord! do not impose upon us that which we have not the strength to bear; and pardon us and grant us protection and have mercy on us, You are our Patron, so help us against the unbelieving people."
1. First off, if you don't have a Qur'an, ORDER ONE!!! I feel so much stronger in my faith after I have read and I know that I have Allah backing my up. I suggest Why Islam.org, you can call their hotline and get help with any Islam questions you have, and if you have them help you with Shahadah they will send you a welcome package. This will incluce many resources, and goodness knows its easier to back up your faith if you can show non-believers verses from the Qur'an.
2. Know the scientific proofs of the Qur'an! It's really amazing to learn all the ways that the Qur'an has been proven. You can find some of these proofs here.
I know what it's life to not feel accepting for reverting. A kid from school actually said that he laughed at me when he saw me in hijab the other day. However, we have to keep in mind that Allah is the only one who has an opinion worth considering. At night, when you fall asleep, do you care that the kid in your school doesn't like you or do you care that you didn't please Allah today? You're never promised tomorrow, why let the opinions and concerns of others decide rather or not you worship Allah?
When I told my mom, I thought I would vomit. I was so nauseous and so scared, but my mom saw that I was completely determined to revert to Islam. If I seemed to waver in my faith she wouldn't tell me to go for it. If you let your parents convince you not to wear a hijab, or make salat, you will not be doing any justice to Islam. The beautiful thing about Islam to me is the devotion, and if you lack that, what do you have?
It's really easy to feel lonely if you don't have a local Masjid and Muslims to back you up, but I ask Allah to remind me that he is there with me. He pulls through. It is random times when I feel alone when Allah will use those around me to show how close he really is.
Try to keep your cool when dealing with your family. If you get angry, perform Wuhdu. Ask Allah to quench the fire of your anger. Ask him to help you hold your tongue, say things that will bring him praise, and not say things that will hurt one another.
I found this wonderful link for reverts. Click here. This site gives help to reverts talking to their families for numerous circumstances and how to talk to your family! Inshallah, this site will answer any questions you may have.
May Allah bless your efforts and quide you on the straight path. May he grant you understanding of his word, strength in your faith, and open the hearts of your family to Islam.
Ameen.
