AssalamuAlaikum! I’m from a Western country, and my parents are about to go on their very first Umrah. I was wondering if there’s a tradition among Pakistani families or within Muslim culture in general for welcoming back loved ones after a umrah?

Since I’ll be staying home, I’d love to make their return special. Is there any specific food that would be nice to prepare for them? Would it be appropriate to decorate the house with garlands or banners? And is it common to give a small gift? I really want to make this a meaningful and warm experience for them, so any advice is greatly appreciated!

Thank you!😇

Assalamu alaykum, I 18M in Sydney, being a revert with a Irish, Australian background, have always loved the idea of marriage. I'v reverted 2 years ago now, both my parents arnt Muslim, nor is anyone else in my family. My question is how would I go about marriage when the time comes; Inshallah in a few years. How do I meet a girl in the correct way, iv heard my local masjid can help arrange it but am still unsure of the process, if anyone has anything at all to add, that would be great. Thankyou

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So I was just hoping to get some advice on gift-giving etiquette, for my coworker.

I would like to preface that I am on here for advice, as I am completely and wholly unaware of religious customs across the board, as I have had very little exposure to any religion and all religious practices. I am here just to make sure I am not committing a grand cultural no-no.

So, I have this coworker that I get along wonderfully with. We're not friends outside of work but we get along well and work well together. However she is unfortunately handing in her resignation and will be leaving soon.

I wanted to get her a little gift (like some nice chocolates), just to say "hey, thanks for being a cool coworker, good luck" etc, but the thing is is that she is a very devout Muslim woman and I am a non-Muslim man.

I am aware that certain cultures and religions have very specific rules relating to different genders and just want to make sure I won't offend her (or anyone close to her), by getting her a goodbye gift.

I know this is likely a stupid question haha, but I just wanted to be sure.

Thanks :)

P.S. Chocolate's Halal, right?

AssalamuAleikum brothers and sisters! It's Avery here, and I just wanted to share my experience with you after I reverted to Islam about a year and a half ago. Let me tell you, as someone who wasn't born into a Muslim culture, it was a real struggle trying to get the hang of all the new norms and practices that come with the faith. But, after months of research and reading, I came across the Quran, and its perfection really blew me away. I just knew I had to perform the shahada.

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Assalamu Alaykum, What is Islamic Culture and how would you define it? How does it interact with your ethnic or national culture? Do you think there is such a thing as an Islamic Culture? Are there any conflicting issues with your ethnic/ national culture that contradicts Islamic culture or are they both fully compatible together? How does Islam and Islamic culture impact your identity as an individual?

These are a few questions on my mind and I am hoping people can answer them for me. I am mixed race so I don't necessarily align with any particular culture and would love to hear from others. Jazakallahu Khairan.