Is converting to Islam worth it? Let me tell you my story.?
Is converting to Islam worth it? Let me tell you my story.?
I am a 14 year old in NJ, USA. I have been embracing Islam for about 4 months. I read the quran, I have said the shahadah with trueness of heart, and can read arabic. But there are several problems…
1. My mom thinks that because I am converting, a demon has entered the household and is trying to prevent me from being a christian. She’s getting rid of random ‘suspicious’ objects and pissing my dad off..he’s threatening to leave my family.
2. I think this is the truth, but I don’t know if my parents will ever let me go to a masjid. I know I’m mature enough to make this decision.
3. I have to hide to pray. Sometimes I can only get in 2 prayers a day because my parents are always watching me. At first I used to pray in the bathroom before I realizzed it was wrong…but now I cry myself to sleep.
4. What should I do?
Best answer:
Answer by An insignificant sufi
Asalam-u-alekum. My young friend, you should first of all relax. We both know its devil/demons job to bother people and get them stray from God’s path but not to worry. Pray to God with a open heart and I will pray with you. Demons are very scared of God. So trust your ability against and always do what is good. As for your parents ask them both to relax and enjoy your time with them. Reassure them that you will always be there for them and smile, laugh and share positive times with them. Prayer is a separate matter between you and God and God totally understands and loves your concerns regarding missing prayers and appreciates your will to do more. My peace and love to you friend. Hope this helps!
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December 25th, 2011 at 1:29 am
Listen to your parents. God is true; Muhammad is false. Islam is probably Satan’s all-time greatest achievement.
God bless you!
December 25th, 2011 at 2:15 am
Dearest brother, u are so brave to be able to stand up for so long. I congradulate u on ur conversion to Islam. Allah knows the ones who try their best. u are doing the right thing. just pray to Allah to help u succeed in ur mssion. u are on the right track. try to calm ur parents by lying low for a little while. Open the news to them slowly. I know that in Islam there are no ifs or buts, but still. My friend’s mom was acting with the same harshness. she is a muslim and her parents are too, but when she tried to put on the hijab, her mom nearly killed her and threatened in so many ways. She succeeded though from her dua. Be patient, ur reward is Jannah, and it is right around the corner. And maybe one day u can introduce Islam to ur parents. remember, u have the muslim ummah on ur side, and we number billions. May Allah give u relief inshaallah. salam!:)
December 25th, 2011 at 2:55 am
peace be upon you brother,
all praises belong to god who guides whom he wills. welcome to the islamic brotherhood. i pray that allah gives you wisdom, patience and strength to stay steadfast on his religion. have certainty that you have made the best possible choice you could have made and show gratitude to god for blessing you with guidance.
there is no minimum age to convert to islam. any mature individual (past the age of puberty) can enter into the faith by testifying their beleif that there is none worthy of worship except god and that muhammad (peace be upon him) is the messenger of god. as muslims we believe that all children are born in a state of submission to god, i.e. they are born muslims. when an adult enters the faith we refer to the process as a reversion to islam.
in fact, the first male to enter islam, after the prophet (peace be upon him) received the first revelation, was his beloved cousin ali (may god be pleased with him). ali was barely 10 years old at this time!
with respect to your parents, the following verses from the quran might be helpful:
(029:008)
And We have enjoined upon man goodness to parents. But if they endeavor to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them. To Me is your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do.
and again:
(031:014-015)
And We have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents. His mother carried him, [increasing her] in weakness upon weakness, and his weaning is in two years. Be grateful to Me and to your parents; to Me is the [final] destination.
But if they endeavor to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them but accompany them in [this] world with appropriate kindness and follow the way of those who turn back to Me [in repentance]. Then to Me will be your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do.
islam commands that parents be held in the highest esteem, whether they be muslim or non-muslim. however, there is NO obedience in sin.
try your best to say your prayers on time. i recommend that you read the stories of the early companions of the prophet (peace be upon him) who suffered severe trials and torture at the hands of their families. for example, you could begin here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gsJv6Kus6A
do not consider islam a burden and do not pity yourself. consider these trials as an opportunity from god to earn greater rewards through exercising patience.
if you cannot attend a mosque or keep the company of muslims then you can join an online community of muslims who will be able to support you. i recommend: http://www.whyislam.org/forums there are several reverts on this forum. and you will find comfort in sharing your experiences. they will tell you that as difficult as it seems right now eventually your parents will relent, inshallah – god willing, when they realize this is not a passing phase.
may allah make your journey easier
December 25th, 2011 at 3:37 am
Why have you decided to convert to Islam? Is it because Christianity failed you? Are you sure that Islam is true? Check your Koran.