Excerpt from Umar Palanpuri (rah)’s speeches.

“Then We made the sperm-drop into a clinging clot (alaqatan), and We made the clot into a lump of flesh (mudgatan), and We made the lump into bones, then clothed the bones with flesh; then We brought it into being as a new creation”. (23:14)

(1) When a woman becomes pregnant, the first stage is that within forty days, the drop of fluid becomes a clinging clot. The quran categorizes this as ‘alaqatan’.

(2) In the second stage of the next forty days, the clinging clot becomes a lump of flesh. The quran categorizes it as ‘mudgatan’.

(3) In the third stage of the next forty days, the form of the human being is shaped, and the soul is placed within it.

Within four months, Allah creates the human being in the mother’s womb with its form and soul.

“He creates you in the wombs of your mothers, creation after creation, within three darknesses”. (39:6)

Note when a human being wants to create something. He looks for well-lighted and spatial areas.

On the other hand, how great is Allah that he created the human being in both:

a. darkness and

b. tightness of the mother’s womb

“So blessed is Allah, the best of creators”. (23:14)

I am a revert and I recently just started getting to Islam. However when I sin and I repent afterwards I have this voice that tells me that I’m not remorseful or don’t feel guilty and it makes me sad and I feel like sleeping afterwards. I know it’s dumb not knowing if I’m remorseful or not but I am conflicted and confused. Is there anyway that I can feel remorseful for my sin because I want to gain a connection to Allah. And are there any strategies to stop committing the same sin because I keep falling back into it over and over again. Thank you for you time and support.

As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh.

I am a revert. Over a month ago, I contacted a bunch of my local masajid asking for help in being appointed a wali. I only got one response and they told me that they couldn't help but suggested I just get one of my non-Muslim family members to be my wali.

I feel so dismissed and let down. Marriage is half our deen. I can't search for a spouse in a halal way or get married in a halal way without a wali. I can't force somebody to be my wali. I have been using a marriage agency and asked them for help and they said they will try to help, al-hamdu lil-lāh. If that doesn't work out, what am I supposed to do? Do I just have to be single for the rest of my life? I feel so frustrated and powerless. I was so excited to start the process of looking for a husband. I feel so sad.

Assalamu aleykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu. Just wanted to remind you that it's obligatory to return salams. I see a lot of brothers and sisters reply in the comment sections without returning salam to the OP who greeted them with salam. Another thing which is obligatory is to say Yarhamuk Allah when a Muslim sneezes. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) commanded us to return salams , and made it a right and a duty. Ahmad (2/540), al-Bukhari (1240), Muslim (2792), al-Nsai in al-Yawm wal-Laylah (221) and Abu Dawud (5031) all reported that Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) said that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: The Muslim has five rights over his fellow-Muslim: he should return his salams, visit him when he is sick, attend his funeral, accept his invitation, and pray for mercy for him [say Yarhamuk Allah] when he sneezes. Jazakallahu Khahran and Barakallahu fikum

السلام عليكم و رحمة الله و بركاته

Dear sisters

A Syrian brother (Sunni practicing Muslim- praying tahajud and fasting nawafil) living in the Republic of Georgia. Got a masters degree and works as an English language teacher is looking for a niqabi sister who is practicing and humble to knowledge. He is planning to live outside Georgia.

Jazakum Allah Khair

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Whom of you started learning Arabic or Qur'an?

Or even had the idea of doing so to enhance their understanding of religion or to communicate better with Muslims?

• or any other reasons. (Mention below)

Also who in your opinion is a better person, someone who is a ter*rist but devout, or one who is a kafir but does good onto others, charity, is peaceful and provides for his family.

Sisters, a brother who expects you to work a paid job outside the home and pay the bills 50-50 isn't traditional husband material.

If you want to be a traditional housewife, and you get "passed over" or "rejected" by a potential suitor who frets over your number of secular academic degrees, career accomplishments, or expects you to work and provide instead of being a homemaker, don't doubt yourself or feel bad.

You two weren't going to mesh anyway. Your mentalities are mismatched.

Look for a husband as traditional as yourself, who will be a provider, protector, and leader and cherish you for being a nurturer, homemaker, and stay-at-home mother.

Salaam,

I am a convert with a master’s degree in Islamic history. My journey to Islam began during my undergraduate studies in religion, and while my conversion story is somewhat unconventional, I am extremely grateful for the guidance that led me here. After converting to Islam, I gradually built friendships within the Muslim community and found my way into the Muslim side of social media. Almost immediately, I was met with unsolicited "guidance" and advice, most of which directly contradicted the years of meticulous research I had done.

The proliferation of YouTube khutbas and bite-sized fatwas on social media often lacks nuance and depth. Today, there is a a rigid, hardline mentality prevalent online, one that was notably absent during the golden age of Islamic scholarship. Our foundational scholars thrived in an intellectual environment that welcomed debate, challenged prevailing norms, and encouraged alternative perspectives. But today, modern discourse has become increasingly reductive, and discouraging of the kind of critical thought that once made Islam stand apart from the other Abrahamic faiths.

As converts, we may assume that born Muslims, sheikhs, and imams possess vastly greater knowledge than we do, and in many cases, this is true. However, it is crucial to recognize that not all imams and sheikhs are scholars, and not all born Muslims have engaged with their faith beyond cultural and familial traditions. As converts, we have been guided to Islam by Allah SWT, and bring a unique perspective—one unburdened by inherited customs, allowing us to seek the truth with fresh eyes and sincerity.

If you converted from Christianity, you might already be familiar with how the loudest voices in Christian discourse tend to be the most conservative and evangelical. Islam, in this regard, is really no different. Instead of presenting the rich diversity of Islamic jurisprudence, many online figures frame their own madhab or ideological stance as the only correct one. This approach is not only misleading but also intellectually dishonest, and deprives individuals of a comprehensive understanding of Islamic thought.

Many of the most prominent online imams, sheikhs, and muftis adhere to minority schools of thought, yet they present their interpretations as universal. This is not hidden knowledge; even a glance at their Wikipedia pages reveals their affiliations with lesser followed ideologies. While there is certainly overlap between the mainstream majority and these minority views, there are also significant differences that are often downplayed or outright ignored. Converts are the perfect audience for this sort of minority viewpoint to take root in, because many times we don’t know any better.

Moreover, the online fatwa industry thrives on clicks, views, and controversy and makes money on your engagement. This model incentivizes sensationalism rather than thoughtful, scholarly discourse, which makes it an unreliable method for learning about Islam.

So, as converts, how do we ensure the information we encounter online is accurate? By actively studying the religion ourselves. If you have not yet read the Quran in its entirety, that should be your starting point. From there, explore the history of Islam by reading a book or listening to an audiobook—I highly recommend No God but God by Reza Aslan as an accessible introduction. Next, familiarize yourself with the four madhabs and their differences, as well as the political minority ideologies that shape contemporary Islamic thought. Once you grasp the diversity of perspectives within Islam, you’ll be far better equipped to critically assess the advice and rulings you encounter online.

And if ever in doubt, seek guidance from a legitimate, qualified Islamic scholar. While imams and sheikhs do play an essential role in the Muslim community, they are not necessarily scholars (though, they can be both). Unlike scholars, they are not required to undergo rigorous academic training in Islamic jurisprudence and theology. When it comes to matters of religious knowledge, always prioritize expertise over popularity. And please remember that anyone who presents Islamic subjects as black and white is misguiding you.

"Verily, the vilest of all creatures in the sight of God are those deaf, those dumb ones who do not use their reason." (Quran 8:22)

“Do not follow blindly without knowledge, use your senses: hearing, seeing and thinking, you will be questioned about them." (Quran 17:36)

حَدَّثَنَا مَحْمُودُ بْنُ غَيْلاَنَ، حَدَّثَنَا أَبُو أُسَامَةَ، عَنِ الأَعْمَشِ، عَنْ أَبِي صَالِحٍ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ قَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم ‏"‏ مَنْ سَلَكَ طَرِيقًا يَلْتَمِسُ فِيهِ عِلْمًا سَهَّلَ اللَّهُ لَهُ طَرِيقًا إِلَى الْجَنَّةِ ‏"‏ ‏.‏ قَالَ أَبُو عِيسَى هَذَا حَدِيثٌ حَسَنٌ ‏.‏

Narrated Abu Hurairah: that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him."

Sahih (Darussalam)

Jami` at-Tirmidhi, 2646 In-Book Reference: Book 41, Hadith 2 English Reference: Vol. 5, Book 39, Hadith 2646

On the authority of Anas ibn Mālik (raḍiya Allāhu ʿanhu) : “A man came to the Prophet (ṣallā Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) seeking an animal to ride, but he did not find anything to provide him with. So he directed him to another person who then provided him with a mount. The man later came to the Prophet (ṣallā Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) and informed him of what had happened”. The Prophet (ṣallā Allāhu ʿalayhi wa sallam) then said.

عن أنس بن مالك (رضي الله عنه) قال : "أتى النبيَّ ﷺ رجلٌ يستحملُه فلمْ يجدْ عندهُ ما يتحملُهُ فدلَّه على آخرٍ فحملَهُ فأتى النبيَّ ﷺ فأخبرَه"، فقال : إنَّ الدالَ على الخيرِ كفاعلِه

Indeed, the one who directs to good is like the one who does it.

رواه الترمذي (2670) / Jami at-Tirmidhi 2670 (Hasan Sahih according to al-Albani)

I converted almost 4 years ago. I knew what I had to give up. I did it. But even now, I look back and miss what I had lost.

I would give anything to have Islam and to be out again, to find love and to not be ashamed of it, to hang out and be friends with others like me. It's not about fulfilling my desires but being in community with others like you. That's the part that I miss the most. Honestly, it feel like I'm that closeted gay kid in high school again, and I hate it.

I've fasted, actively learned about islam, and try to do as much community service, but nothing seems to feel this hole. I've tried many times to leave Islam, but I always ended up coming back, because what's better than the truth. Now, I know Islam is worth it, but I just wish I could have both.

Are there any Muslim converts from the lgbt community? I feel like I'm living a very niche experience that nobody can really relate too.

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I was away from Islam for about a decade and have two children with my current partner (we’re unmarried and she’s Christian. As of ~6 months I’m back on my deen and stronger than ever, praying five times a day, daily dhikr, fasting Mondays.

Feeling guilty about this and I need advice. I pray for forgiveness for my sins and I want to purify this relationship. If we repent and marry does that purify this? I need your help brothers and sisters.