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justinVA

New Member
My name is justin, im from virginia.
I'm thinking strongly about converting to Islam, even though there are not many Muslims in my city.
I have seen some of them around while driving with my family, next time i see one i will speak to them about the nation.
My main concern is that my family wont like MY choice.
and another concern is, i dont know where to get a koran from, i filled out some forms on websites to recive a free one via mail,so hopefully they come.
but untill then do you all know about e-korans?
 
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nori suja'i

Junior Member
MaasyaaAllah (whatever happened is Allah Will), Alhamdulillah (Praise Be To Allah), welcome to tti brother and may Allah guide u to the true path of paradise, ameen.
 
Nichole

Nichole

Junior Member
Hi Justin! I'm also a convert and my family did not approve. Just remember that Allah only tests the people that have strong enough faith to bear it and He tests those that He loves! So, if you are patient with dealing with your family and remember that although we are supposed to please our parents, we should not please them at the expense of the pleasure of Allah.

Masha'Allah (As God has willed) there are lots of Qurans online. Here is just one link: http://www.islamicity.com/mosque/SURAI.HTM

Also, you can check this link Insha'Allah (God willing) to see if maybe there is a mosque that you don't know of in your area

http://www.islamicfinder.org/
 
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Aapa

Mirajmom
Salaam,

Welcome Justin. I live in West Virginia. I am so glad you are here. If you go to www.islamfinder.com and type in your zip code it will give you information about the nearest masjid. This will help you find material and people.
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justinVA

New Member
Nichole said:
Hi Justin! I'm also a convert and my family did not approve. Just remember that Allah only tests the people that have strong enough faith to bear it and He tests those that He loves! So, if you are patient with dealing with your family and remember that although we are supposed to please our parents, we should not please them at the expense of the pleasure of Allah.

Masha'Allah (As God has willed) there are lots of Qurans online. Here is just one link: http://www.islamicity.com/mosque/SURAI.HTM

Also, you can check this link Insha'Allah (God willing) to see if maybe there is a mosque that you don't know of in your area

http://www.islamicfinder.org/
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thank you for the sites.

nori suja'i said:
MaasyaaAllah (whatever happened is Allah Will), Alhamdulillah (Praise Be To Allah), welcome to tti brother and may Allah guide u to the true path of paradise, ameen.
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thanks for the welcome :)

mirajmom said:
Salaam,

Welcome Justin. I live in West Virginia. I am so glad you are here. If you go to www.islamfinder.com and type in your zip code it will give you information about the nearest masjid. This will help you find material and people.
You highlighted the My...why do you believe your family will not be pleased. Please let us know so we can be of help.
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Well because, my mom and her brothers and sisters grew up in a strict christian house hold, their father, my grandfather(died before i was born) was a preacher, and the same goes for my dad's side of the family. So i dont know if they will really approve of my choice, you know?
 
butterflymuslima

butterflymuslima

Junior Member
Online Quran!

Salam Justin, please visit the site WWW.quranexplorer.com the surahs (verses) are in English and Arabic ( helps you learn the language). It's easier to listen sometimes than to find the time to read. This is great until you find a Quran. I think Shaik Yusuf Estes gives them away on his websites...try www.islamalways and see. I am a mom of five and your parents will eventually see the change Islam makes in you and they will be so proud!
 
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justinVA

New Member
thank you all for the links, i did find an Islamic Center in my city :)

and mirajmom, my mom and her brothers and sisters grew up in a strict christain house hold, their father,my grandfather(never met him,died before i was born rip) was a preacher. and everybody on my dad's side of the family are very reglious christains also, so i do not think they will approve of my choice,you know?
 
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sami2000

Junior Member
masha allah tabarak allah brother i ask allah to guide you to the iman . about yor family i will tell you hadith (the prophet peace be upon him said if allah love any servant he call in the sky oh angles i love that person and he named him so the angles loved him ,then allah call in the earth oh people i love that person and he named him so all the people love him)so dear brother at the recent time make the realationship between allah and you stronger by reading quaran , performing all the prayers ,calling allh at the midd of night to guid you to the straight way .:ma::ma::ma::ma:


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Optimist

قل هو الله أحد
Hello, Justin

Welcome to TTI & to Islam (God willing). There are plenty of Qura'an website out there but remeber, Qura'an in English is only a translation.

I generally use this website which is essentially in Arabic although it has translation. I think someone with English as a first language might advice you better about an all English webiste.

http://quran.muslim-web.com/

I personally believe that religious Christians are as close to Islam as anybody can get. Despite all friction & conflict between the two groups, they are very similar in many regards. I hope that you will be the door of guidance to your family.

BW
 
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Zafran

Muslim Brother
salaam

welcome to TTI hope you enjoy your stay and find this site helpful and educational

May Allah guide you and keep you on the striaght path.

Peace.
 
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ummersheriff

Junior Member
welcome to islam

Dear Brother,
Islamic greetings to you Assalamu alaikkum (May the peace, mercy and blessings of Allah be upon you and your family members,

My Name is Ummer Sheriff 23m, i am from south part of india, if you are willing to have a hard copy of quran, *****************

May Allah bless all our brothers and sisters all over the world towards righteous path and gift them jannah(heaven)


kindly reply... awaiting for your reply
 
ama6621

ama6621

Junior Member
Dear Brother Justin,
Assalamu Alaikum
Where do you live in VA? There are many of us on this site that live in VA and can help you Insha Allah. Also I can send you a copy of the Quran in english Insha Allah. Do let me know if you need it. You can PM me your address.

Assalamu Alaikum
 
TheHumbleWun

TheHumbleWun

Banned
Asalaam'alikum brother Justin,

Welcome to our global community. We hope to see you participate in this interactive & dynamic forum.

I am happy to see you chose Islam as your way of life. Despite what the media portrays of Muslims, it is best to study the Quran & Sunnah (actions & sayings of the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him) and come with your OWN conclusion. Many people get caught in the trap of studying Muslims instead of studying Islam and it's simple, beautiful beliefs & teachings.

Since you're coming from a conservative Christian family perhaps you can show them Yusuf Estes video. He was a strict Christian preacher but all praise due to God, he reverted to Islam and is now a great Muslim scholar. Here is the link:

http://www.turntoislam.com/forum/showthread.php?t=52

There is also Youtube & Google videos on comparative religion by Dr. Zakir Naik & Ahmed Deedat (may peace be upon him). Witness their logic & rational (not to mention their in depth knowledge of the Bible & Chrisitianity) as they take on well known Christians, including preachers & priests. Hands down, they are the best scholars of our time, in my humble opinion.
 
Shishani

Shishani

moderator
Staff member
Hello.

First of all, if you know what the Truth is, you should follow it. No matter what your family says or upon what your ancestors were. For verily, the Truth from the Creator of all creation has to be obeyed even if all of humanity would be against you. For verily, He will guide you and He will be sufficient for you.

Secondly, you have to learn about Islaam. The most important thing in Islaam is Tawheed (Oneness of Allaah (God)). "Laa ilaaha illallaah" (none has the right to be worshipped except Allaah). And you have to know why Islaam is the Truth from the Creator of the heavens and the earth. And that Muhammad Ibn 'Abdullaah (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) is the last Messenger of Allaah (Almighty God).


Very important, interesting and beneficial lectures. You must listen/watch them! It'll make things very clear. So this is the first which I advise you to watch/listen to.

The search for Truth by Abul-Hasan Maalik Ibn Aadam.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gJ3HjlPtkM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HvpJXvWn6E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuSD-5oBgJk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e61T8Tp0hwU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VpyrkUA4HIc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkyUSv722gE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaD2qH2lOos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkWjQUvivwc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4EUA1Tan80
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5MDOEKZ9bQ


Who we worship? By Saleh As-Saleh (rahimahullaah)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2TBwGiSIGk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaMmZWKWWMQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddr2GfKHtko
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nQXiqjIvuo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYxldx7qfTk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vd8hB2t-PLU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwyJiRL5Z-k
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFYbvQdgvYE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-F3RRyY7IM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JP9TKc3XZI

Signs of Allah's love for His creation by Abu Talhah Dawood Burbank
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAbxZ7botJE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxaEMj-ZKSI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F942txfPl4Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtqAdA47kQs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8iY_dai4TY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkBcbxn1H0w

Refuting Attacks Against The Quran
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeIFubRerrk
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Islam For Non Muslims
http://spubs.com/sps/sp_nm.cfm

You really have to read this too, very interesting things here:

General:

Evidence that only Allah is the Creator of life
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/439
The merits of Islam
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/219
Who do Muslims worship?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/4524

A serious dialogue with a Christian
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/2690
How to call a Christian to Islam
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/14418


About Tawheed (Oneness of Allaah) etc.

Is there a Creator of this universe?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/4548
THE LORD OF THE WORLDS
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/14010

The real meaning of Tawheed al-Ruboobiyyah (Oneness of Divine Lordship), and those who reject it
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/49025
The Oneness of Allaah
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/13532

The kuffaar ask who created Allaah
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/6660
The answer to the question posed by disbelievers, “Can Allaah create a rock that He cannot lift?”
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/39679

Evidence that Allaah is exalted high above His creation and that He is above the heavens
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/992
Allaah is above His Throne and He is close to us by His Knowledge
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/11035
Is it possible to see Allaah in this world?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/2734

Claims of divinity
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/10032
Discussion with a Christian: The Oneness of God is the message of Jesus and all the Prophets, peace be upon them
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/12628
He is debating with a Christian and is asking: Does God has a spirit?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/50774


Purpose of creation:

The reason why mankind was created
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/45529
A Christian is asking why God created mankind
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/11804
What is the purpose of animals and plants on Earth?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/42237


The Words of the Creator (the Qur'aan):

The Qur’aan was revealed by Allaah, not created
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/10153


The Messenger of Allaah:

Mankind’s need for the Messengers
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/13957

Evidence for the truth of the Prophethood of Muhammad
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/2114

Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him)
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/11575
Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) is the Seal of the Prophets and Messengers
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/113393

Is the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) the best of creation?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/97384

Are the Prophets equal?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/7459

What is the high status of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him)?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/2036

The superiority of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) to all of creation
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/10669

Evidence for the superiority of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) over other Prophets
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/83417

Was the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) noor (light) or bashar (a human being)?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/75395

Why do we have to love the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) more than any other person?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/14250

The reason why the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) led the other Prophets in prayer during the Isra’ (Night Journey)
http://islamqa.com/en/ref/46917


Other:

The mercy of Allaah towards His slaves
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/20468

Answer of one who has become Muslim to the question “Why did you become Muslim”?
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/103524

The creation of man
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref

A Christian asks about the nature and definition of the soul
-> http://islamqa.com/en/ref/4395
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You really have to look here too:

Islamic Articles And Important Information
-> http://www.turntoislam.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=69


In that link you'll see things like these (very important):

Introductory Articles About Islam
-> http://www.turntoislam.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=11

Fundamental Beliefs in Islam Tawheed and Aqeedah
-> http://www.turntoislam.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=15

And also read about the misconceptions and about the Prophet and other important things in the subforum "Islamic Articles And Important Information".


If you got any questions, ask me. I'll try to answer you with answers from the Qur'aan (the Book of Allaah) and the Sunnah (the way of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him)) with the understanding of the Companions of the Prophet., in shaa Allaah (God willing).


May the Sustainer of the heavens and the earth and all that is between them, the Only One Who is to be worshipped, guide you and us all to His Straight Path which leads to eternal happiness.


Wassalaamu 'alaa manit-taba'al-hudaa. (And peace upon those who follow the Guidance).
 
Basicofislam

Basicofislam

sister
:salam2: The muslim community in Va is veryyyyyy big. Which part of Va are you talking about? Northern VA and richmond has lots of muslims
 
yameenahmed

yameenahmed

Junior Member
Asalamualikum brother Justin welcome to Islam and TTI Insahallah u will enjoy the stay here and you canl clarify all your doudts here brother .My request is please become muslim as soon as possible and u just keep on visiting this site and ask ur querrirs and insahallah all our brothers and sisters will clarify your doubts.So please be an active member in this site and become muslim as soon as possile
 
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