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What happens when someone converts to Islam?
Conversion to Islam is the process whereby a non-Muslim takes on a new religious identity, adopts new beliefs and practices, learns to live as a Muslim and gradually becomes accepted as one by others.
Is it haram to fast on your period?
During Ramadan, Muslims fast between sunrise and sunset, not consuming food or drink. However, when a woman is menstruating she cannot fast. But despite this, some women feel they cannot be open about their periods with male members of their family.
Why is it best to declare conversion to Islam to family?
It is best that those who convert to Islam openly declare to their family’s that they are Muslim. So that they can practice their Islam fully. If they hide it then they may end up neglecting their Islamic duties. If you neglect your Islamic duties you will not feel the sweetness of the faith fully.
Should I tell my parents that I want to become Muslim?
So sometimes it can be too dangerous to tell your parents you have want to become Muslim or have converted to Islam. In the heat of the moment a parent or relative may become extremely violent especially if your family is Sikh or Hindu.
What is it like to be a Muslim?
The great thing about Islam is that everything is documented and verified. I learned this the hard way. When I first converted, I thought every Muslim knew better than me. And mostly they did, but there are also Muslims out there who feel very passionately about the brand of Islam their parents blindly took from their parents, and so on.
Is it difficult to convert from Sikhism to Islam?
Those who convert from Sikhism to Islam usually have the worst time. However one Young Sikh Woman (Sister Sahiba) e-mailed muslimconverts.com and expressed her desire to convert to Islam. Her family was very upset with her desire to become Muslim.