I am OVERWHELMED!

[dianek]

We all know that I am knew to Islam....but there is so much information out there that I can't keep up. I can't remember what I read as i read it...and then I have to start over....it is all so overwhelming. Do they not have classes for newby's......along the lines of a christian sunday school? Maybe once the kids and hubby leave for Tunis Monday I can focus better.....I just can't focus right now enough to absorb it. AND......my husband has not offered even ONCE to show me how to do Salah....so I am just praying like I always have. For those of you in Northern VA, would you be able to tell me if there are any mosques or learning centers with lectures/classes in that area. I am thinking I could attend a few over the next month.

 

[dianek]

I would like to add that as a christian I had issues reading the Bible for the same reason....always seemed like I was chasing my tail......I really just need it to be broken down into simple everyday english so I can absorb.

 

[happy 2 b muslim]

assalamu alaykum

HELLO sister i hope your family and you are in good health,, inshallah But some times it seem to much but it very simple islam is a type of faith where you never know too much so i would say take it easys understand what your read before you move on. Also you can go on alafasy.co.nr web site and listern to the quran and learn in arabic from that also they prayers you can visit site where they show you step by step what to do also theres lecture showing you also how to perform them. You can visit youtubeislam.com and they have a lecture where a shaykh shows you what to do step by step. inshallah hope that helped.

 

[TheHumbleWun]

We all know that I am knew to Islam....but there is so much information out there that I can't keep up. I can't remember what I read as i read it...and then I have to start over....it is all so overwhelming. Do they not have classes for newby's......along the lines of a christian sunday school? Maybe once the kids and hubby leave for Tunis Monday I can focus better.....I just can't focus right now enough to absorb it. AND......my husband has not offered even ONCE to show me how to do Salah....so I am just praying like I always have. For those of you in Northern VA, would you be able to tell me if there are any mosques or learning centers with lectures/classes in that area. I am thinking I could attend a few over the next month.

Salaamalikum,

I'm sure there is a lot of information to absorb and sponge, just do your best to remember. Take a break. Eat. Exercise. Play with your kids. Balance your life accordingly. Islam is a complete way of life, from principles inside the house to etiquettes once you step outside your door mat. As a born Muslim, I learn something new every day!

Use www.islamicfinder.org to find masjids in your area. Adams Center and Darl al-Hijra in Northern VA offer many classes and activities for sisters and brothers. Give them a ring or check their individual websites.

 

[dianek]

assalamu alaykum

HELLO sister i hope your family and you are in good health,, inshallah But some times it seem to much but it very simple islam is a type of faith where you never know too much so i would say take it easys understand what your read before you move on. Also you can go on alafasy.co.nr web site and listern to the quran and learn in arabic from that also they prayers you can visit site where they show you step by step what to do also theres lecture showing you also how to perform them. You can visit youtubeislam.com and they have a lecture where a shaykh shows you what to do step by step. inshallah hope that helped.

Asalam Alaykum!
Thank you for the links, I am going to bookmark them.....

 

[happy 2 b muslim]

No problem sister

 

[samiha]

:salam2:

Yea, take it step by step, not all in a rush. I hope Allah makes it easy for you even sometimes things for born Muslims are hard to comprehende easily, but remember whoever treads a path seeking knowledge, Allah makes the path to Jannah easy for him... or to that degree.

From TTI: Step by Step Guide on How to Pray

Learn to Pray as the Prophet prayed

Br. HumbleOne is right, most masajid/islamic centers are listed on Islamic Finder, so I too would check there.

Also remember, if you go to a masjid, that people may not always represent Islaam, though they may be Muslim Insha'allah you'll find good people and someone willing to help you

Wish you the best ukhti

wasalam

 

[MuslimaSeattle]

Asalam Alikum

We all know that I am knew to Islam....but there is so much information out there that I can't keep up. I can't remember what I read as i read it...and then I have to start over....it is all so overwhelming. Do they not have classes for newby's......along the lines of a christian sunday school? Maybe once the kids and hubby leave for Tunis Monday I can focus better.....I just can't focus right now enough to absorb it. AND......my husband has not offered even ONCE to show me how to do Salah....so I am just praying like I always have. For those of you in Northern VA, would you be able to tell me if there are any mosques or learning centers with lectures/classes in that area. I am thinking I could attend a few over the next month.

hey sister I got plenty of websites for you....it's alot. Anywas be careful where you get the knowledge from. The internet has alot of crazy things if you know what i mean. I perfer you to get books here is a link to Authentic books:http://www.salafibookstore.com/

here are the websites: click here and it will give you a link to where you can get many good, trustful websites http://mysite.verizon.net/resrtkwk/id9.html

 

[beliefinone]

As salaamu Alaikum sister, I understand you concerns. Because Islam has information on just about every aspect of life, sometimes, it is hard to retain. A wonderful Idea for New Muslims is to make an outline on what you need to learn. I suggest salat(prayer), basic terms, pillars of islam, beliefs, especially things like heaven(jannah), hell(jahanam), role of Isa(jesus)PBUH, because if you are coming from Christianity you will certainly be tried in these areas, but Allah ta ala's guidance and mercy is greater than the challenge you'll face. Below is a wonderful store I think you would really benefit from their products [/COLOR]
www.noorart.com

They have text books and workbooks all levels, as well as various Juz books,short surah books, salat books, and audio and other media supplies. Tapes may help you as well if you have small children or are buzy, that way you can keep rewinding and it will sink in your memory. Also, most important DHIKRULLAH( Remembrance of Allah ta ala) will help you stay focused. InshaAllah, this will help.

Remember you will always be in a state of learning, so don't beat yourself up too hard.

Salaams
Geneen

 

[huda2]

We all know that I am knew to Islam....but there is so much information out there that I can't keep up. I can't remember what I read as i read it...and then I have to start over....it is all so overwhelming. Do they not have classes for newby's......along the lines of a christian sunday school? Maybe once the kids and hubby leave for Tunis Monday I can focus better.....I just can't focus right now enough to absorb it. AND......my husband has not offered even ONCE to show me how to do Salah....so I am just praying like I always have. For those of you in Northern VA, would you be able to tell me if there are any mosques or learning centers with lectures/classes in that area. I am thinking I could attend a few over the next month.

:salam2:

Hey sis, if u live in Richmond VA, check the Islamic center in VA. Its southside chesterfield county, Buford RD. Idont have the # of the masjid but I can find insha allah if u want also there are many masjids around richmond area. They teach arabic, quraan, and other Islamic classes just check out. Let me know if u need more inf.

 

[dianek]

:salam2:

Hey sis, if u live in Richmond VA, check the Islamic center in VA. Its southside chesterfield county, Buford RD. Idont have the # of the masjid but I can find insha allah if u want also there are many masjids around richmond area. They teach arabic, quraan, and other Islamic classes just check out. Let me know if u need more inf.

I checked out there website and found that their calander but nothing listed for "Islam for Dummies!" Hee Hee. My son goes to the school that they have started. I did also send an email to a masjid in the West End, but they currently don't have anything. I guess I will just get more involved with the Muslim Parent Teacher Association so that I can get to know other convert mothers. They (Islamic Center) do have Halaqha (sp?) every Friday night but not sure what that is. I might ask my son's van driver....she is a convert....I believe. Are you from Richmond?

 

[dianek]

Wa Alaykum Asaalamu Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu/Asaalamu Alaykum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu
Inshallah you and your loved ones are in the best of health/emaan dear sister:this is what i found for the masjids near your area.
Masjidullah of Richmond
2211 North Ave
Richmond, VA
23222
Phone: 804-321-9778

Masjid Bilal
PO Box 8064, 400 Chimborzazo Blvd
Richmond, VA
23223
Phone: 804-226-4099

Islamic Society of Greater Richmond (ISGR)
6325 Antler Road
Richmond, VA
23226-2901
Phone: 804-673-4177
Fax: 804-270-5038
Email: [email protected]
URL: www.isgr.org

Islamic Center of Virginia
1241 Buford Rd, PO Box 35051
Richmond, VA
23235
Phone: 804-320-7333


I like living here in fairfax only because i have so many choices if i want to attend a masjid,i can go to ICNVT(shirley gate),Mahat(saudi arabian masjid),Dar Al hijrah,Dar-Ul-Huda,Adams Center,Noor-Masjid.There are many many more in the area but i usually attend these throughout the years.Jazakallah khair for listening ^_^
Wa alaykum Asaalamu Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu

Asallamu Alaykum:

Islamic Center of Virginia and Islamic Society of Greater Richmond are the ONLY two that I would dare attend....the others are in very bad areas. I mean really bad areas! And I have contacted these 2 and am waiting for responses. Thanks so much for taking time to look them up for me.

QUESTION: Which is the preferred way to say thank you......Chokrun or Jazakallah khair? You should hear me running around my in-laws in tunisia saying Chokrun for EVERYTHING over and over again.....I must sound like a little chinese person does who can't say anything but Tank u.....

 

[dianek]

Wa Alaykum Asaalamu Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu/Asaalamu Alaykum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu
Looooooooool Yeah,Its Shukria,shukrun,i think, please correct me if iam wrong lol my urdu is very bad. And no problem at all dear sister.
Wa alaykum asaalamu warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu

Is that urdu? I thought Shokrun was just ARABIC.......I know in Tunisian it is Eishek, but Arabs look at me crazy if they are not Tunisian! Hee Hee!

 

[Summer03]

hi sister...heres a nice website to locate the nearest islamic center or mosque in you area...its http://www.islamicfinder.org.
hope its helpful!
salam

 

[alwaysislam]

i was exactly the same as you wen i first converted found that i would read constantly but with noone to ask wether i was understanding wat i was reading correctly i just got so muddled now i go to a ladies morning class i hav been goin for almost 2 years now b4 that i only new 3 arabic letters i can now read arabic ,know 12 surahs this is all from taking it slowly and having it broken down smply for me else i would hav never been able to do it on my own cud u contact your local masjid that does classes for children to see if they do a class for elder students knowledge is the key to everything you need to learn why your praying namaz ,fast,etc to keep u motivated have you got the book bahisti zewer (heavenly ordainments) i recommend you get one it has most things you need to know? or a good book to start with is talemul haq which shows u the differences in male and female salah?