Category: New Perspectives

A Muslim Convert in Turkey

My trip to Türkiye was one of the most eye-opening experiences I had, especially as a new muslim. Here are just a few of the many.

Who is Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.)?

This post recalls how I came to accept and love Prophet Muhammed (s.a.w) as a Messenger of God, even though I’ve only known Jesus all my life.

My Struggle to be Hijab-less

The beautiful thing about being a woman in a hijab is that people know you are Muslim. I love wearing the hijab. But I can’t seem to muster enough courage to do so.

Adapting to a New, Muslim Life

I have been trying to adapt to my new lifestyle in terms of food, prayers and clothing. These small things can help me grow to work on my personal willpower for bigger things, which I know can be weak.

Sickness is a Blessing

Sickness makes you realise how weak you are, and that you’re not in control of your life. It makes you realise that only God is the one in control, so you pray to Him with the most sincere of heart. Sickness stops you in your tracks, asking you if you remembered God in your life.

Learning to Pray (Solat)

One of the things I’ve always looked forward to was learning how to pray when I started learning about Islam. Because the beautiful thing about doing the Salat is that you don’t pray for your own needs. You just worship God.

My First Congregational Prayer

You know how everyone says you cry when you finally find your own revelation? They aren’t lying. I found it there. The feeling cannot be put into words. At best, it’s like finally finding someone, something you’ve never known you’ve lost.