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Question & Answers for New Muslims
To become AlimahI am a young Muslim girl and I sincerely want to become an Alimah and it is my total dream, to learn Islam and teach it in an islamic school. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. ! Read these Dua everyday: “Rabbi zidni ilma” and “Rabbish rahli sadri wa yassirli amri wahlul uqdatam milisaani yafqhu qawli “ Recite Isteghfar, make Taubah from any sins and shortcomings in life (make a list of any sins and doubtful things and try to remove them from your life) Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php Here is a beautiful Dua script: http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php It is so great that you have intention to become an Alimah. To help you decide, make a list of benefits of becoming an Alimah in this world and hereafter. Looking for job or earning is a very trivial matter. Allah gives sustenance to every moving creature on earth (humans, animals, fish, birds and insects). Allah gives jobs to people who work with wood and stones - why won't Allah take care of the needs of a person studying the words of Allah? For preparation, you may review this "Short Course for teaching Basics of Islam to youth and elders". Even if you have not studied a full-time course, you may learn this material quickly and share it with others for learning. http://islameasy.org/TeachingBasicsofIslam.php To become a full-time Alimah, you may join a course in your locality, or Online from a reputable institution. For advanced studies, refer to an Alimah course with Arabic grammar and intensive studies of Quran, Hadith and Fiqh. Search for a good Darul-Uloom institution for Alimah studies program near your town. You may request your father or brother to find those locations from your masjid Imam. Memorizing some Surahs of Quran and observing complete Hijab are first steps to bring more piety in your life. Make a schedule of learning Islamic studies and prepare to join an institution of higher learning. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Sister wants to become a Muslim1) What should I be studying to convert? 2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prayers in Arabic? (in Phonetic version??) 3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah Thank you very much for your interest in practicing Islam. May Allah guide you to the right path, Ameen! ---------------------------------------------------------- 1) What should I be studying to convert? ---------------------------------------------------------- As you have decided to practice Islam without any compulsion, the first step is to recite the Shahadah (testimony of faith). It is recommended to take a bath or ablution to achieve purity. Here are the statements in arabic, transliteration and translation you could recite: ------------------------------------------------------------LA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU MUHAMMADUR RASOOL ULLAH Translation: There is no one worthy of worship except Allah, and Muhammad (peace be upon him) is the Messenger of Allah.” ASH HADU A(N) LLA ILAHA ILLAL LAHU WA ASH HADU AN-NA MUHAMMADAN AB DUHOO WA RASOO LUH Translation: I testify that none is worthy of worship but Allah, and I testify that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is His servant and His Messenger. “AAMANTU BILLAHI KAMA HUWA BI ASMAA’ IHEE WA SIFATIHEE WA QABILTU JAMEEA – AHKAMIHEE” Translation: I believe in Allah as HE is with all His Names and Attributes and I accept all His Commands. “AAMANTU BILLAHI WA MALAA I-KA TIHEE WA KUTUBIHEE WA RUSULIHEE WAL YAUMIL AAKHIRI WAL QADRI KHAIRIHEE WA SHARRIHEE MINAL- LAHI TA’ALA WAL BA’THI BA’DAL MAUT “ Translation: I believe in Allah, His Angels, His Books, His Prophets, the Day of Judgment, and in the fact that fate, good or bad, is from Allah, and in the resurrection after death. Learning the basics of Islam: -------------------------------------------------------------------- Kindly learn the first few expressions on this page http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf What is said in the Muslim Prayer? (English Translation) http://islameasy.org/What-Muslim-Prayer.php Purity: ===== Before prayer, a new Muslim should take a complete bath with intention to be clean from all impurities. The bath will include thorough gargling (passing water into and out of the mouth) and putting water into the nostrils. Basic Duties (Five Pillars of Islam): ----------------- 1. Emaan (To firmly believe in the heart and declare as described above) 2. Salat (To pray five times a day) 3. Zakat (Paying charity if financially capable) 4. Fasting (during the month of Ramadan) 5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to Makkah once in a lifetime if one can afford it) A person who accepts Islam is called a Muslim. It means one who surrenders’. A Muslim is required to do all that Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have asked to do, and to keep from doing things which Allah and His Messenger (peace be upon him) have told not to do. This is a quick booklet you may start reading to learn the basics Gift for New Muslims http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf ------------------------------ 2) Since I can not read Arabic, How do I learn the prays Arabic? (in Phonetic version?) ----------------------------------------------------------- Initially, first few prayers, you may pray by reciting short Arabic words given in the beginning of this page: Islamic Manners and Expressions http://islameasy.org/pdf/Expressions1.pdf Slowly, you may learn a few more items from the Salah book: http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf This page is your Prayer resource, with audio, hand-out and additional material: http://islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php ----------------------- 3) How do I learn about Female Muslims dress, cooking & clture? ------------------------------------------------------------Muslim Women's Dress http://islameasy.org/pdf/Muslim%20Women's%20Dress%20Brochure.pdf For Cooking, make sure the food and ingredients are Halal. http://islameasy.org/Guide-to-Muslim-Food.php Do you have a nearby Islamic Center which is easy for you to visit? Usually, they have sisters-area where you can meet and learn from sisters. Please do not hesitate to contact us for additional questions. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Muslimah changing her life patternA. When I was schooling I was with non-Muslims. So I didn't live like a Muslim girl and didn't know islamic rules much, but now I am doing my Higher studies and Understood about Islam and scare at it. So I started to pray 5 times and cover the hair, keep away from other sins such as listening music, watching Tv. But I don't Know much about Islam and I am worrying about it. Now I am starting to search and Study. But still I have some mistakes in my behavior which I am trying to correct. Please give me a Dua for this and some advices please. B. I am always getting insult by others because i don't kmow how to manage the things and I am not much intelligent, it hurts me lot. But I feel it is a dunya (worldy life) and try to leave those worries. Please help me by giving some duas to make my life organized and to get respect by others without get insulting in the Society, please help me. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity…. Ameen! The Muslim Ummah regards you as an obedient daughter, a respected sister and a dignified woman in Islam! This life is a one-time opportunity to achieve everlasting happiness in the life hereafter. Allah Almighty is showering countless blessings upon us everyday. Every moment has a great potential to achieve high-ranks in the court of our Creator. Every minute is like a gold coin. The heart and tongue are gifts from Allah to earn millions of rewards (Hasanaat) for the Akhirah. Daily reading a book of good deeds helps in this situation. You may print a chapter of Muntakhab Ahadith (http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php) and read with your family for 10 minutes together. then make Dua. http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf Please review our main page for Dua scripts. Respected sister, kindly study the articles in sisters section of our site http://islameasy.org/articles.php Make a list of other sins/mistakes and try to stop from those, one by one. If you are not sure, please ask. Recommended readings: ===================== The following articles and booklets will inshaAllah help answer some of the questions which are frequently asked. Cure for depression http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php How should Every Muslim live through day and night? http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah – (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). by Jamiatul Ulama (KZN), Ta'limi Board, South Africa http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey) http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Brother repenting from major sinsI am living life without rest but know I want to live a peaceful life. I feel ashamed of myself .. please help me tell me any way to get excuse of my sins from Allah so that Allah forgive me .. and Allah Almighty should not reveal my sins to anyone and forgive me .. help me I want to get closer to my Allah. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah Please read these article on the importance of Taubah and cure for depression: http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php ------------ In the name of Allah, The Most Gracious and The Most Merciful Tau’bah (Seeking Forgiveness) =========================== Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the all-Merciful and all-Forgiving, declares in the Holy Qur’an: “Say: O My slaves who have transgressed against themselves (by committing evil deeds and sins)! Despair not of the Mercy of Allah, verily Allah forgives all sins. Truly, He is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” [Qur’an 39: 53 It is the nature of mankind to be forgetful and to commit sins. However, Allah has given us the ability to rectify ourselves by turning to Him and begging for His forgiveness. Our mountains of evil deeds are nothing before the vast ocean of the mercy of Allah. Abu Dhar RadiyAllahu `anhu reports that Rasulullah Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam in a Hadith Qudsi (a hadith in which the Blessed Prophet s quotes Allah) said: “Indeed Allah the Almighty and Majestic says: “O My slave! Verily, as long as you worship Me and have hope in Me, I shall forgive you for what you have done; O My slave! If you meet Me with an earthful of sins, but do not associate any partner with Me, I would grant you a forgiveness as great as the whole world.” (Musnad Ahmad) Committing sins may make you sorrowful, depressed and deeply disappointed with yourself. But if you return to Allah with a few tears and beseech Him for mercy, He will certainly forgive you. There is no other door to knock to solve our issues. None can forgive sins except Him. He calls us to the abode of peace (Paradise); He is the Almighty who hides our faults and He alone can replace our bad deeds with good deeds. The door of repentance is always open for a person until he dies or until the sun rises from the west, whichever comes first. When something is a necessity Allah provides it in abundance like air and water. Since we are always sinful and negligent of Allah and Satan and the self are always inciting us towards evil, therefore tau’bah is provided in abundance so we can turn back to Allah. Allah has created a solution to every sickness even if it may be the poison of a snake. Satan and sins are a major sickness and the cure for it is in tau’bah and istighfar, crying in front of Allah with deep regret in the heart. Whenever our tau’bah breaks we should make tau’bah again. Some people despair and think they are sinners and will go to Hellfire. Tau’bah is so powerful that it can take a person from the lowest levels of Hellfire and raise him to the highest levels of Paradise. Allah (Subhanahu WaTaala), the Lord of Mercy, puts mercy in the hearts of every mother in the world by which they love and care for their children. We make mistakes but Allah overlooks our faults. Our worship and good deeds are not perfect but Allah accepts them and multiplies the reward. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Teaching Basics of Islam to sistersI wanted guidance of what to teach, as inshallah I am opening a educational program for the ladies as none of them know how to recite the Quraan, also rulings and etiquettes concerning purity and other basics. I need a proper schedule I will be doing 2 hrs with them everyday. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah May Allah bless you with piety (Taqwa) and purity, strong emaan, forgiveness of sins, have mercy on you, elevate your status, bless you with knowledge of Deen and generosity. Ameen! InshaAllah, for the beginner’s class, you may devote some time for Taleem - reading a book of virtues like “Muntakhab Ahadith”, then make small Halaqas for learning Quran recitation. Then you may have a session on Basics of Islam, customized separately for groups of children, sisters or elders. You may end the class by reciting Dua and give reading/writing/memorizing homework to students. Once they learn a topic, you may have short question-answer session (Quiz) and give small prizes to encourage their learning competition. Make special Dua for all your students after prayers. The following articles and booklets will inshaAllah help you teach the basics of Islam. If a book is not available in English, Urdu or desired language, you may contact your local bookstore for a printed book. Part A. Virtues of Good Deeds ---------------------------------------- Muntakhab Ahadith (selected Ahadith - includes Arabic text and references) Emaan - Belief in Allah http://islameasy.org/pdf/Emaan.pdf Belief in the Unseen http://islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Unseen.pdf Hereafter http://islameasy.org/pdf/Belief_Hereafter.pdf Virtues of Prayers (Salah) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Prayers_Salah.pdf Virtues of Knowledge http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Ilm.pdf Virtues of the noble Qur'an http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/MA_Virtues_Quran.pdf Part B. Quran learning (Recitation and Tajweed) ------------------------------------------------------ http://islameasy.org/quran-learning.php Memorizing and listening to 10 short Surahs for prayers Noorani Reader Quran Tajweed booklet Tajweed for Beginners Memorizing additional Surahs from Juz-30 (Amma Para) Part C. Belief, Purity (Taharah) and Salah -------------------------------------------------- Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) Part -1 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem1c.pdf Part -2 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem2c.pdf Part -3 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem3c.pdf Part -4 http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem4c.pdf A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah – (topics on Purity and Tahara, what every Muslim sister should know). http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf Practical guide to Purity and Salah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/PurityGuide.pdf Salaah http://islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf Elementary Teachings of Islam by Shaykh Adul-Aleem Siddiqui Taleem-ul Haque by scholars of South Africa http://www.markazulmaarif.org/Download/default.asp Heavenly Ornaments (translation of Urdu book ‘Behishti Zewar’) by Shaykh Ashraf Ali Thanvi Part D. Sunnah and Manners ----------------------------------------- The Ways of the Holy Prophet MUHAMMAD (Uswai Rasool-e-Akram) Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam by Dr. Abdul Hai Aarfi Beautiful Sunnats of the Beloved Nabi (Sallallahu `alaihi wasallam) by Shaykh Hakeem Akhtar http://islameasy.org/pdf/BeautifulSunnats.pdf Alaikum Bisunnati by Mufti Abdul Hakeem Sunnah in daily life http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/100_Sunnats.pdf Essential Duas in the life of a Muslim http://islameasy.org/pdf/Essential_Duas.pdf Part E. Ideal Muslim Character -------------------------------------- Cure for depression http://islameasy.org/Cure_Depression.php Seeking Forgiveness (Tau'bah) http://islameasy.org/Taubah_Benefits.php Why is Hijab necessary? http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Hijab_newEdition2.pdf Marriage life - living with peace and harmony at home http://www.islameasy.org/Marriage_Advice.php How should Every Muslim live through day and night? http://www.islameasy.org/MuslimDailyLife.php Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php Status of Woman in Islam by Shaykh Ahmed Abdul Mujeeb Qasmi (translated by Muhammad Owais Jafrey) http://www.islameasy.org/K225_WomenInIslam.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Islam and success in worldly lifeI want to live a life of charity and enough to help myself and my family. If one was to work hard in this life for success and put education to use to get a good job, is it pushing for a lot in this life? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah Islam does not stop one from working hard in this life. It promotes a beautiful balance to seek the pleasure of Allah while earning (do no commit any sin) and spending (for example: help the parents, assist the poor and needy) Charity and moderation http://islameasy.org/K_Charity.php People may use their education and skills to promote the message of peace and concern for the whole humanity. Kindly review this chart http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Convert_Time2Gold.pdf To discover the purpose of life; Finding our way to Allah by constant remembrance, good intentions and nice manners and etiquettes of daily life; Converting time into gold! rush to do good deeds and earn millions of reward in a short time. How busy professionals may become friends of Allah? How to build our character which leads to an ideal human being? How to avoid spiritual diseases of heart and bad manners which drain our energy and lose good deeds? Virtues of repentance, how to avoid all types of sins? How to resolve conflicts in daily life, with a pure heart, trustworthiness, soft manners and fulfilling everyone’s rights? Worshipping our Creator, acquiring knowledge to become an ideal believer, serving humanity, making efforts in helping fellow human beings to be loved by Allah should be our mission. Deeds done with a pure heart, sincere intentions, with humility, love and care fulfills the mission of life. Islam’s mission is to serve humanity. Islam teaches us to help the needy without any discrimination of color, creed, race, nationality or religion. “The entire humanity is Allah’s family, and Allah loves him most from among His family, who benefits the family most”. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. New Muslim needs learning and Dua scheduleI am a new revert, so I wanted to ask you, what should I recite daily Duas or any books; please send me a schedule so that I can read daily and learn. JazakAllah! Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah InshaAllah, the material on our site will help in learning Islamic faith and practice. http://islameasy.org/quick_books.php Basic duas (supplications) are recited everyday. We suggest that you take one at a time, learn it well, and then insha’Allah implement it before moving on to another one. There is also a translation in case you have difficulties with the Arabic. Gift for New Muslims (Basics of Islam) http://islameasy.org/pdf/Gift_NewMuslims_Print.pdf Additional supplications http://islameasy.org/Dua_MM_2.php Our site has a popular book known as Talim-ul-Islam. It goes over the basic tenets/pillars of Islam, along with their criterion and specifics on cleanliness, performing certain acts such as prayers and fasting, and also other questions that might arise. Once again, take this one page at a time, comprehend, ask questions, and then go read further. Ta'leem-ul-Islam (Teachings of Islam) http://www.islameasy.org/quick_books.php It is also highly recommended to find a scholar in your area (found at the local mosque or Islamic school), where you can enroll and study under the guide of a qualified Islamic scholar. Through their guidance and support, you will insha’Allah be able to succeed in your quest for knowledge. May Allah make it easier for you and make you amongst the successful in this world and the next. Ameen! Recommended readings: --------------------- Practical guide to Purity and Salah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/PurityGuide.pdf Purity and Tahara - A gift for the Daughters of the Ummah http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/Tuhfatul_Banaat.pdf Prayer and Du’a - Strong connection with Allah http://islameasy.org/index.php And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. New to Islam and serving parentsI believe and it is in Islam that you should respect your parents, however if one was to convert to Islam is it not a sin that you have gone against your parents wishes? Some parents can disagree yet accept, whereas others may disown. I would appreciate it if you could send me some information about this because I'm very confused. Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah Thank you very much for your question on respecting parents while observing Islam. Islam is the religion of Mercy, Peace and Blessing. Its teachings emphasize kind heartedness, help, sympathy, forgiveness, sacrifice, love and care. If we understand it correctly, we will wish it for everyone, including our family and fellow human beings. Kindly review this article http://islameasy.org/K_Islam_Mercy.php Observing Islam and achieving salvation in the eternal life hereafter is an individual’s choice – a personal matter. A Muslim has true love and obedience of Allah Almighty. Since Allah commands good treatment of parents and fellow human beings, a Muslim is also kind to them, for the sake of Allah’s pleasure. There are limits to obedience for anyone if that comes against our obedience to Allah, who is the Creator of everyone! These two aspects are not contradictory, so there should be no confusion. In the life hereafter, no one will be able to save another person. Everyone is responsible for her own faith and actions. Practicing Islam is not a sin even if one has gone against her parents’ wishes. You will find it truly amazing that the answer comes direct from God, in the Holy Qur’an, Chapter 31, Verses 14-15 14. And We have enjoined on man (to be dutiful and good) to his parents. His mother bore him in weakness and hardship upon weakness and hardship, and his weaning is in two years - give thanks to Me and to your parents, unto Me is the final destination. 15. But if they (both) strive with you to make you join in worship with Me others that of which you have no knowledge, then obey them not, but behave with them in the world kindly, and follow the path of him who turns to Me in repentance and in obedience. Then to Me will be your return, and I shall tell you what you used to do. Islam teaches respect, sympathy and tolerance. Kind treatment of parents is a quality of the believer. The Quraan and Ahaadith are replete with orders and advices of being obedient to one's parents. Allah states, "And worship Allah and do not ascribe any partner to Him and be favorable to parents." (Banu Israaeel). The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, "Paradise lies under the feet of the mothers." It is clear from the above quotations that one should respect their parents and be favorable to them. The ruling is general. It includes parents who are Muslims as well as non-Muslims. Asma (Radhiallaahu Anha) states that her mother was a non-Muslim and came to visit her, she enquired from the Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) if she can enjoin ties with her non-Muslim mother. The Prophet (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) replied, "Yes". (Bukhari vol.2) Maintaining ties with non-Muslim parents or relatives presents one with an ideal situation to convey the etiquettes of Islam in a practical way. It is also important to point out that in dealing with non-Muslim parents or relatives, one must not compromise in one's Islamic values and principles. It is incorrect to obey anyone against the orders of Allah. Finally, there is no compulsion in religion. Islam is the continuation of the same original message brought by all previous prophets. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Learning PrayerHow do I become a devoted Muslim? How should I offer prayer (Salah)? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah InshaAllah, the material on our site will help in learning Islamic faith and practice. [Prayers/Salaah topics are at this page - http://www.islameasy.org/prayers-salaat.php] [Prayer book - http://www.islameasy.org/pdf/salaah.pdf] [Salah for women - http://www.islameasy.org/perform-salaah-correctly.php#forwomen] MashaAllah, by making the intention to become a more devoted Muslim, you have already taken the first step in the right direction. In order to increase your devotion, spend time with those in your area who are well versed in authentic Islamic teachings. Try to emulate them and learn from them. Also, try to read book such as Taleem-ul-Haq and Heavenly Ornaments so that you can learn the basics of Islam. May Allah provide you with the tools and dedication to become a devoted Muslimah, Insha Allah. And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. meaning of Fard (obligatory)What does "Fardh" mean? (Numbers/Types prayers required at each prayer time Fajr 2 Sunnah, 2 Fardh ; Zuhr 2/4 Sunnah, 4 Fardh, 2 Sunnah; Asr 4 Sunnah, 4 Fardh ; Maghrib 3 Fardh, 2 Sunnah; Isha 4 Fardh, 2 Sunnah, 3 Witr) Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah If you are looking for the definition of Fard (obligatory) then, it means an act that is commanded by Allah in the Quran and it is compulsory. [Editor's note: Teachings of Islam http://islameasy.org/pdf/taleem1c.pdf] And Allah knows best. Ask Alimah Forum The rulings giving herein are based on the religious rulings of the Islamic Law and do not have any implications on the Law of the Country. The rulings given hereunder are specifically based on the question posed and should be read in conjunction with the question. IslamEasy site bears no responsibility to any party who may or may not act on this answer. IslamEasy site being hereby exempted from loss or damage howsoever caused. This answers may not be used as evidence in any Court of Law without prior written consent of the web site. Interested in learning Islam.. I am really interested in learning more about the Muslim faith. Where could I go on the internet to purchase a Quran? And where could I go to find a forum of English speaking Muslims to chat with and ask questions of? Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah Thank you very much for your interest in learning about Islam. The Quran translation is available from all major book stores. Many organizations also donate free copies of Quran. You may also send your questions to this site. The "Belief" section on our site has comprehensive coverage of Islam 101 topics. You may also contact a nearby Islamic center to visit and discuss questions with local community. 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