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[QUOTE]Originally posted by With a name like Smuckers: [QB] [QUOTE]Originally posted by caterpillar: [qb] I have decided that i would like to revert to islam but before i do, i would like to hear from anyone who has done this and am interested to know of your experiences and peoples opinions...I feel a little as though i would be entering an unknown world and would people accept me? I wont know everything to say (arabic) and what to do initially and will be embarrased at first. I know people will think that i am doing it because my husband is muslim, but he has just shown me a different way of living that i like...should i wait until i know more? I know that i wont be able to pray 5 times a day to start with, I know its what i want but am still very nervous about it because its such a public religion so i will feel under pressure to know what i'm doing!...am i normal for feeling this way? I have always had a strong belief in God but its been very private, becoming a muslim will bring this out in the open and i think thats my main concern, how did others cope with this or am i just a freak? lol [/qb][/QUOTE]SUBHANALLAH! Catepillar I am sooo happy for you that you thinking of choosing to change your life! I am also a revert,and I will try to answer as many of your questions as possible in my short time available: First, everything will feel weird at first. If you were brought up in a religious way, you know it comes naturally because it's all you've ever known. Getting used to Islam will be a process and the longer you're getting your feet wet, the more comfortable it will become inshallah. Don't worry about people accepting you, you will find SO much acceptance being a revert than you could ever imagine! You will have made such a difficult and life changing decision that people will gladly offer their knowledge and hospitality and kindness to you left and right. Don't worry about what anyone thinks (as far as the hubby being Muslim). Sometimes I have found that women marry Muslim men with NO intention of reverting but through God anything is possible. Just think of it like God brought your husband to you for love and for guidance, it is through the husband that God touched and wants to change your life. You know in your heart the truth, so don't let ANYONE belittle you or make you feel you did it for anyone but you and God. Remember, if you care more about what people think than what God thinks, that is a serious problem! It's not my decision but I would advise you to NOT wait to revert. You never know what tomorrow could bring and if you feel in your heart that Islam is the right way, then don't waste anytime to turn your face in that direction. Don't worry about not knowing exactly how to say the words or about praying EVERYTIME on time, most of us didn't revert and jump into the routine effortlessly. Most of us really struggled and had to train ourselves to do what is required. You are probably no different. YOU ARE NOT A FREAK! Most reverts are hesitant because of the public scrutiny that comes with this lifestyle change, but don't let that make you question what you feel in your heart. That is simply soceity messing with you. IF YOU DO DECIDE (INSHALLAH) to revert please know the following: * it's ok to pray with the words you will say in front of you on paper until you know them by heart, don't be afraid or ashamed to do this! * know that not everyone will accept this life change, in your family, your friends, strangers, etc. I lost all but one friend when I converted (not at first but over time). Family resisted, and gave me a hard time, and just know the sterotypes of Muslims will be felt from strangers who see you. * as a muslim woman you will be required to cover. It might be difficult at first, but there is great reward in doing difficult things sometimes so please don't worry. If you need advice on this or support feel free to contact any of us here on ES and we are ALWAYS happy to help! Even if you need or want scarves or khamirs (dependant upon which type of cover you might choose). * Don't expect yourself to know everything at first. I think God puts the belief in our hearts and the rest of the journey is up to us. You are not stupid or a freak or a phoney for not knowing everything...this is a crock! Some might try to make you think this but the basic beliefs and principals are what you will go by. * the more you learn you will question many things. Ask your husband to explain and if you still need more clarity, ask other reverts. Finding the information online is sometimes dangerous and will only confuse you more. There will be many things you will learn that will not make sense or will seem ABSURD. You have to keep in mind the way things were back in the Prophet's days and not compare everything to how we live modernly. * Don't let anybody make you feel badly. To many of us you have a crown on your head for this difficult decision you are preparing yourself to make, and I applaud and commend you to the highest degree and welcome you with open arms. If you want to talk more, feel free to PM me, and best of luck to you, inshallah my future sister in Islam. :) [/QB][/QUOTE]
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