Conversion to Islam

Conversion to Islam is the adoption of the set of beliefs identified with the Islamic faith to the exclusion of others.

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Grandparents . Du'a (Supplication) . Conversion to Islam . Buddhism

My maternal grandparents are Buddhists and they are very good human beings. Is there any Dua for conversion of a non-Muslim to a Muslim and to make their hearts fill with love for the Ahlulbayt in this life and in the next?

Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 5 years ago

Bismihi ta'ala

It's greatly noble that they are very good people, and for sure their nurturing contributed to your personality as well.

As you know, religion and becoming religious is a choice that must come from within. Even as Muslims, we always pray to Almighty God to keep us "guided" on the right path. Hidayah, or guidance is in the hands of the Almighty. If your grandparents, or anyone else around you has a potential that Allah ta'ala sees in them, then they will be guided to the light of Iman. If they do not "convert" to Islam, it does not mean they are evil, but just that hidayah is with the Almighty.

The best thing you can do is set yourself with high standards in your conduct, in your ambitions in life, and show those around you how a true Muslim should be.

That itself is a great form of conveying the message of Islam, and then it is up to them to investigate, or ask questions, and so on.

If you see that your grandparents are interested, or have questions, discuss what you know with them. However, never allow it to become an argument, or upset them, as they are your grandparents.

In any case, always do dua for yourself, your parents, your grandparents, your siblings and everyone else, that God showers them with His compassion and Mercy. Ask the Almighty to enlighten your hearts, and ask Him for guidance.

You can also do tawassul to Ahlul Bayt (a.s.), to give you the strength you need, and introduce them to Ahlul Bayt (a.s.), in a positive manner. You dont know what the outcome will be, but at least they will think positive of your religion, and understand you more.

With prayers for your success.

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Sunni . Conversion to Islam . Sunni-Shi'a

How can I convert from Sunni to Shia?

Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answer updated 5 years ago

It is not necessary to make a formal conversion. You can simply make an inner commitment to follow and respect Imam 'Ali and the other Imams, to implement the teachings of the Prophet (S) as transmitted from the family of the Prophet (S) (that is, Shi'i hadith), and to follow Shi'i religious law.

In practice, you will probably also want to find a Shi'i mosque or Shi'i gatherings to attend, if it is possible where you live. (It isn't a requirement, but most people like to spend time with people of the same faith orientation.)

There are a number of recommended practices in Shi'ism that are not required while, at the same time, are spiritually beneficial, such as reciting certain du'as on certain days, such as Du'a Kumayl on Thursday nights. One can find more information on these things on the websites www.duas.org. Attending gatherings for these can also be both spiritually and socially beneficial, although they are not considered necessary in the same way the salat is necessary.

In terms of deepening one's knowledge of the Shi'i tradition, there are a lot of good videos on YouTube and on sites such as ShiaTV.Net as well as sites from mosques (for instance, broadcasting Friday sermons), and also a lot of books available, including on al-islam.org.

[Note that I am putting these resources for information only, not implying that you do not have knowledge of these subjects already! However someone else might come across this response and find the links useful.]
Best wishes!

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Quraysh . Makkah . Conversion to Islam . Abu Sufyan

Was Abu Sufyan and the unbelievers of Quraysh forced to convert after the conquest of Makkah? Did they have the option to move away if they did not want to convert?

Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 5 years ago

No one was forced to convert to Islam. Abu Sufyan and his son Mo'awiyah and Khalid ibn al-Waleed and others from Quraish saw the victory of Islam, and became sure that there will be no future but under the banner of Islam, they wanted to secure a political and social future for them, by declaring themselves as Muslims. The Prophet never punished them on their long history of fighting against Islam, but told them: Go away, you are been freed اذهبوا فأنتم الطلقاء.

Wassalam.

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Ghusl . Conversion to Islam

Is it mandatory for a revert to perform Ghusl-e-Janabat as soon as they accept Islam?

Bismihi ta'ala

If one was to convert Islam there is no obligatory ghusl for them to perform. The only mandatory act is to recite the Shahadatayn.

And Allah knows best.

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Zina . Conversion to Islam

If a non-Muslim committed consensual Zina but later converted to Islam what words can we say to him to strengthen his faith and help him get over feelings of guilt?

Seyed Ali Shobayri, Seyed Ali Shobayri is of mixed Iranian and Scottish descent who found the path of the Ahlul Bayt (a) by his own research. He holds a BA in Islamic Studies from Middlesex University through the... Answered 5 years ago

Bismillah,

Asalamu Alaykom,

You can reassure your new Muslim friend that Allah swt is all merciful and all forgiving. Any actions performed during their time as a non Muslim will be forgiven inshallah and when they utter the testimony of faith it will be as if they are newly born with no sins.

May Allah grant you success

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Islam . Marriage . Buddhism . Woman . Conversion to Islam . Parents

If I wish to marry a Buddhist female who converts to Islam from her own free will, does she need her parent's permission for this marriage?

Seyed Saied Alavi, Seyed Saied Alavi is a researcher based in Qom who has studied from the Howzah of Qom and also completed a Pastoral studies program. He is currently a university lecturer in the fields of Shia... Answered 5 years ago

In the name of Allah

Their permission is not needed in this case.
However, it behoves a Muslim to be respectful towards the parents. So try to get them on board if possible.

WasSalaam.

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Conversion to Islam

As a revert to Shia Islam who has changed her name to Fatima, I wanted to ask whether my name change needs to be reflected officially in the documents as well?

No, this a matter of personal choice.

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Marriage . Conversion to Islam

I had married a Catholic man before I converted to Islam, and now we are 5 years separated but not legally by papers. Is it allowed for me to marry a Muslim man?

Muslim female is not allowed to marry non Muslim man under any circumstance. Your marriage with non Muslim man was valid when you were non Muslim. The time you became a Muslim, you must give him the option to become a Muslim, then he can continue with you as a husband. f he refuses to become a Muslim, the marriage bond between you (Muslim) and him (Non Muslim) is finished.

You need then to keep Iddah of Wafaat (four months and ten days), then you are free.

I advise you to respect the law of the land as well and do not do anything which is against the law of your country.

Wassalam.

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Conversion to Islam . Hindusim

I have converted from Hinduism to Islam and added Ali to my name Sourish that the Hindus consider to mean lord Vishnu? Did I do the right thing by keeping my original name?

New Muslim is allowed to keep his non Muslim name as far as it does not mean something wrong.
Wassalam.

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Islam . Mother . Conversion to Islam . Hindusim . Children

As a revert to Islam I want to know if my Hindu mother can raise my child if and when needed?

It is not permissible for a Muslim to give his or her child to non Muslim to raise even to your own mother if she is still non Muslim. Raising the child includes many things which must be from Muslim and never allowed from non Muslim, e.g. Halal food, Faith in Allah, practicing religious obligatory acts, etc.

Wassalam.

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Parents . Hate . Conversion to Islam . Faith (Iman) . Secrecy

I am 17, turning 18 soon, and still live with my parents. I want to convert to the Islamic faith but my parents hate the idea of me even thinking about it. Can I still convert in secret? If not, what should I do?

You have the choice to convert in secret, or to convert and tell them.

What is best to do really depends on your situation and on your relationship with your parents. If you have a close relationship, and they would be hurt if you don't tell them, or if they found out by accident, it might be good to tell them sooner rather than later. If you think it would just cause problems for yourself, needlessly hurt them, or endanger you (for instance, put you at risk of being kicked out), then maybe it is better to wait.

If you think you will be living a more independent life soon (for instance, living on campus at a university, or working and living on your own), it might not hurt to wait and tell them when you have more control over your life.

However, eventually you will (probably) have to deal with it. Although it might cause conflict and tension in the beginning, the best-case scenario to hope for is that it could eventually lead to mutual understanding. The real question here is when to go through that, and that is something you have to decide for yourself.

Also, keep in mind that it is difficult to keep secrets, and people often sense what we are hiding or find out accidentally.

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Parents . Christianity . Conversion to Islam

For my birthday, my parents have given me a bracelet with the cross for Christianity. They don’t know that I have become a Muslim. What do I do if I cannot take it off without them noticing it?

You should try your best not to embarrass your parents and try to be more kind to them as you are a Muslim, more than before.

You can wear that bracelet in front of them but not in public as it might give a wrong message to others.

Wassalam.

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