I Feared Islam Would Be Too Prescriptive ~ Muslim Convert

Do you think about converting to Islam, but have obstacles that hold you back?
Suleyman, a Muslim convert from London, was once in the same position and we hope that hearing from a Muslim convert inspires you to push forward in your conversion to Islam.
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[@shehran6936]

Reverts are the most enlightened. They don't take Islam for granted. Mashallah, an inspiring man!

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I am Was Convert To Muslim 11 Month Ago

[@SumeyyaOcalHeyBigSpenderr]

welcome!!!

[@rsfast0wnage]

Welcome brother you are very lucky.. May Allah bless you and keep you steadfast in this truth

[@hahshfghj7457]

mashallah inshallah you way will be easy

[@Karl-ll2kb]

Welcome to the family.May Allah grant you Jannah.

[@Tauhid-99]

Möge ALLAH dich und uns mit ALLAH und Paradies belohnen.

[@onthenext108]

I only hope and pray that we Muslims fellow the Sunnah of our beloved prophet pbuh.

[@overcometvchannel]

Ameen!

[@alexanderthegreat5928]

AMMMMEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNN

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onthenext108 maasha allaah

[@trutherasitis2109]

onthenext108 PURE INTENTIONS COUNT DEAR

[@zakriadawah8788]

Amen Sister

[@husnas.7772]

I have a strong love for reverts because they have such a passion for Islam that we as born Muslims might have lost along the way and its refreshing to see someone embrace Islam...It shows how lucky we are to be Muslim and to have such a wonderful religion guide us through the world :)

[@duncanmcleod39]

Husna S. ..You hit the nail on its head there...most reverts are stonger in the dean than believers who are raised in a muslim home..

[@duncanmcleod39]

Obviously thats my opinion and i am not trying to hurt anyone cuz there are exceptions

[@spock7945]

well i believe in Oneness of God, I may not be a Momeen but at the end of the day, all core values are the same. There is no religion called Hindu (the Sanatan Dharm is a codified religion) but the overall Hinduism philosophy has the covenants which are found in most later day philosophies. My take-out from spirituality is that connecting with परमात्मा (Param Atma/ Parmatma) Supreme Soul is most important and to imbibe the deeds and thoughts to raise that self awareness to get closer to the Universal truth. परमात्मा (Param Atma/ Parmatma) Supreme Soul is whom we all have come from and will go back to (and in doing so, must better our chances to be worthy of the final blessings).. as it is said - انا لله وانا اليه راجعون؛ اللهم اجرني في مصيبتي واخلفلي خيرا منها _inaa lillaahi wa innaa ilayhi raaji‛oon_ :) IS the final truth! Almighty existed before there was time and before the Universe came into being and will continue after these are gone too.. and as humans we all strive to make our journey AND destination worthwhile.

[@spock7945]

*+clan mcleod* one thing is that a person making such life changing decision in adulthood (usually) does so after MUCH deliberation and obviously would have higher determination and dedication to go deeper and deeper in it (the theology/ philosophy of choice) though not that top priority, the person also might have this at the back of their mind that they have to prove themselves right to others, as in that their choice of path was right or that they are really dedicated and lovingly embrace the path. P.S.: I'm not a Momeen, nor really a follower of Sanatan Dharam. But I try to delve deeper into the Hinduism philosophy (Hinduism is NOT a religion/ structured religion) and do believe in Oneness of God. The observations and thoughts are based on interactions with real life people who choose say; Islam or Hinduism and I've seen the same thing as OP (Husna ji mentioned) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/-ji

[@anabiebutt586]

Being a revert muslim or muslim is a gift from ALLAH its His choice because He is the all knowing and all seeing

[@danielpb9617]

Nobody has explained Islam this way before, it's so simple yet so effective. Thank you, may Allah bless you. I am also that worst type of kafir, but your video has helped to guide me :)

[@Flower-pq9kt]

May Allah guide you. I hope that you embrace the only one true religion

[@leozinho1521]

ALHAMDULILLAH

[@naimahmad7314]

Welcome back on board, BROTHER.

[@industriousleopard5553]

May Allah keeps you steadfast Ameen

[@aosel-gharably1070]

My allah guide us both brother

[@mohammadaatif5222]

Whenever I need to refresh my IMAN I just listen to reverts their passion and hardship to achieve their iman and here we take that forgranted

[@everythingisontheone1505]

Salams from another Hackney convert. NIce one

[@dedahabib8883]

Waaleikum salaam! And what's your journey :)

[@Shadows00001]

I'm a muslim I have always been a muslim, when I watch these videos about new muslims experiences it opens my mind on a lot of things, I learn a lot about my own religion, thanks for sharing

[@DammaDry1]

Suleyman busby. My ex-colleague in bhp (dubai) God bless him

[@786humaira1]

This is a very intelligent gentleman. calls the Qur'an as a father .He says it tells and gives me good advise. If I follow it , It is good for me. No pressure.

[@iwanrustandi5557]

6:03 "it was like having the most wise dad in the world.." *that was give a little smile on my face... :')

[@abdulazizoogle]

Can i take This video and translate it to Another language

[@makhluktuhan9746]

I would always... always watch videos of Muslim reverts every day. I was born a muslim but i have a strong admiration of peiple who reverted to Islam. You guys are special and an honoured people by Allah. From Malaysia, with lots of love for all our brothers and sisters worldwide.Salam.

[@EriAirlangga]

Because reverts are like newborn babies with no sins, and who on earth don't love babies?

[@andy-fq8td]

salam and peace from a revert in scotland , alahu akbar

[@wanfirdauus]

Sama la kita 😊

[@reccos2412]

Sama le kita

[@youseftoubal5176]

@A B where exactly? Im from there too

[@roohichaudhary977]

I love these reverts.,..

[@madinaashkey5865]

I'm watching these revert stories non-stop and still can't get enough of them👍

[@mr.niceguyomar8550]

I don’t know why it makes me cry when I hear the story of the people how they revert. It amazes me how Allah Subhan ho watala guides people who he wants to. Allah ho Akbar. (Allah the Greatest)

[@teamdynamic2u]

Alhamdulillah, I like it. I'm thinking of translating all videos into Malay language for the purpose of da'wah.

[@overcometvchannel]

Zelot, may Allah reward you for your intention! Please can you contact us on [e-mail] to discuss!

[@teamdynamic2u]

ok, I will.

[@imansuguitan9118]

Assalamu aleykum. I would like to insha'allah help translating to Tagalog? How do i do it? I have a full time job but would be happy to contribute in a small way. How fo i contact you? I am in Dubai.

[@imansuguitan9118]

overcometv just saw your email add 😊

[@Tawanpawatt]

Please do..

[@luthfirom5709]

The way you explain how u feel about Being Muslim is amazing,thank you for the inspiration 😍

[@sultanmahmood7539]

Welcome Brother. Now you have jumped over the bridge. The more you practice the deeper you will go. Keep your tongue moist in the remembrance of Allah and watch what you see. Break the barriers within and you will see the real beauty of Islam. Keep it up Brother

[@shahrilramli4509]

love you brother suleyman...crystal clear

[@typintypos]

I really love how he compares it to the advice of a good father and the best advice parts. I feel that way too but never knew how to word it out in a way which made sense of how I felt it. Thank you for this!

[@saharatif8170]

I also relate this way 😊

[@boucheqifzoubir6431]

Masha Allah

[@blackwhite3628]

*Maa shaa Allah!* We♥converts/reverts!

[@yahikopain6091]

It always make my heart happy when i hear someone revert to Islam!

[@acacius9903]

Great story. Welcome brother.

[@socdaal]

Masha allah really I'm happy that you became a muslim may allah protect you from the evil.

[@overcometvchannel]

Ameen!

[@uzahmed8559]

I love new reverts of peoples to islam because they tells interesting stories of their's life which from i get help to increase ma faith on Almighty ALLAH....love u all

[@malikjamshed1207]

Mashallsh,Allah bless him.He said Quran is like a good Dad who advise you what to do and what not to do,that’s the best explanation.

[@zakriadawah8788]

May Allah swt grant him the paradise

[@bermaworz1598]

Allahu Akbar May guide us to the straight path

[@arifkareemkhan2544]

Welcome to the religion of peace. May Allah guide you and us.

[@yousefbawahal5715]

Most welcome between your brothers in Islam ♡♡

[@MdRony-zj3wo]

Maa Sha Allah

[@dr.mobarakali255]

Alhamdulilla jazakamullahu Allah has chosen you. Please spread the message ...

[@mamq5585]

"Quran = Formula to be successful " 😍 ♥ 😇 Stay blessed sir..

[@hambarabbani3295]

me too love watching new muslim converted,, 😊😊 keep istiqomah dear new muslim. amin ya rabb

[@dadarkar]

Wow his statement/example about Islam being prescriptive is so on point. Subhanallah. May Allah bless his soul.

[@silifke100]

thank you brother Sülayman remember your converting video from Dubai-nice to see you again Brother

[@drkhan1467]

MashaALLAH, feeling proud to be a muslim. Your story is very interesting. You came to the right path. may ALLAH SWT bless you much more. Islam is certainly the religion of peace and respect. it teaches peace and respect.

[@nurnadia1113]

People who have BEAUTIFUL hearts are chosen by ALLAH...Allahuakbar...

[@l.b4723]

This really makes you appreciate your religion, this man has been blessed

[@ameerjanhussain1692]

MashaAllah, Islam is religion of truth

[@birtol7583]

He is a intellegent man mansha Allah

[@bilalkhan7303]

Mash allah did you know prophet Muhammad's pbuh was 40 when Islam was revealed to him?

[@thinkagain1136]

Dear brother, May Allah fill Barakah in your life here and make you successful in the life hereafter.

[@souadsabik4215]

Mashallah he's a very wise man and he seems like he is a good hearted person may allah always keep him in the siraat al-mustaqeem:)

[@agxjfjahsh5849]

We re hugeeee family; welcome brother ♡

[@Hishamalmosawi-kq9hh]

my country oh my good😍Bahrain

[@ar1205]

All these revert stories give me a new look and perspective of Islam. It reinforces my firm conviction and belief that we keep learning till we die. Ameen!

[@SuperHarmonies]

This man was very pleasant to listen to.

[@zeinabaman6116]

mashallah & alhmdullah. ..

[@ajmalabidinnur2173]

I really like how he described the misconception about the prescription thing... He's really a wise guy!

[@tasbb6189]

wow! the most amazing story of heard ..mashallah..may Allah be with you all the way and forever...

[@-fakhri-7365]

Alhamdulillah. I love this channel. jazaa'akumullah khayr. Allah Ta'aalaa bless you in tremendous abundance for putting up these videos.

[@overcometvchannel]

Thank you Fakhri. Please visit www.overcome.tv to see how you can get involved.

[@brahimabdelaziz4378]

Perfect and pleasant narration. Congratulations, Brother.

[@kashifbenshamim8445]

New Muslim are so lucky alhumdulilah I wish I could change my shoes for theirs. My Allah swt keep all the believers steadfast

[@arjunasatria3786]

Assalamualaikum.. Masyaallah Jazakallah khair.. may ALLAH grant you brother to JANNAH.. Aminn :- AJ From Malaysia

[@Senkog]

this channel and seeing so many reverts is increasing my faith. thanks for the reverts. they are so genuine in their faith.

[@navidahmed7889]

Mashallah...May Allah guide us all to the truth, and bring us peace and prosperity. Ameen.

[@iffyrafiq6074]

Mashallah this is so beautiful. So proud.

[@iamiam5053]

*I enjoyed this _particular_ man's story so much. Can we please have more? Assalamualaikum Jazakallahkhair

[@Ecoption]

Alhamdulillah MashaAllah Good to hear that big brother sulaiman

[@darwishmahmoud6444]

Mash Allah brother, I wish you all the best in your life, and may God be with you. Help, and guide us all to the straight path.

[@burhanhashmi2674]

SubhanAllah. May Allah SWT bless you and reward you in both the worlds (Amen).

[@alexanderthegreat5928]

welcome to the truth my brother Allah bless all of us Muslims.

[@FoodHeavenwithHameed9]

may allah bless you my bro

[@mrmirza7617]

Those of us who are fortunate to be Muslims by birth are prone to take Islam for granted. We are Muslims by chance while persons like Suleiman are so by choice hence they deserve all our love and respect. Our hats are off to you Mr. Suleiman and others joining our faith. We welcome you with open arms and warm cordiality . We are all prayers for the solidarity and firmness of your eeman. God bless and God be with you. PS in fact you and your class have refreshed our eemans as well.

[@mehdigouraguine1822]

"having the most wise father in the world" very well said

[@harrys219]

Incredible Islamic faith and truly one of the most inspiring I’m not a Muslim, but I will want to become a Muslim.

[@ibrahimshahid3391]

Mashallah, May Allah bless this brother in many ways

[@abdrk1]

Alhamdulillah Sir

[@aishapatel4199]

welcom

[@samawada6519]

this is what a muslim is....nice story..

[@darwishalawi1908]

May God bless you and your family 🙏

[@malekthegamer1463]

Alhemdallah brother may Allah reward you.

[@chailatecookies7341]

Ma sh Allah I can see the nour on your face , May you stay blessed

[@akrammeziane9979]

He is so shiny thats what you notice about muslims! mashallah

[@farahsyed1373]

Such a beautiful way of expalining ones situation

[@ambitiousanonymous2238]

GOD bless all my brothers and sisters converts and born Muslims... May ALLAH the almighty grant us paradise with our beloved prophet Muhammad pbuh💚

[@knowledgeseeker8425]

Mashallah welcome brother to Islam

[@Steven_Rowe]

he is a right geezer. to be a cockney means to be born within the SD ound of Bow bells My ol man installed Bowbells in 1961. They were cast at Whitechapel in 1956 only 50 metres from the East London Masjid wa alieakum salaam

[@overcometvchannel]

Steven, when did you embrace Islam?

[@Steven_Rowe]

overcometv well technically I haven't, its a really long story.i am about the same age and a Tottenham boy but have lived in Aus 44 years now. Been heavily involved in church but burnt out trying to make what I thought I believed fit. 3 years ago almost I thought im a christian because of my background, same as if I were from say Pakistan I would probably be muslim. I wanted to believe that physical healing happens but it didnt and thought we treat God like a coke vending machine, put in our dollar of faith and bingo a miracle. I realised God is not like that, but god works miracles thrugh people who choose to do good like doctors or simply loving someone and serving. Od gave us a world to manage but he will come back to settle up the score.Have we honoured him and told him to get stuffed. I decided that what god wants from me is obedience, I decided that Jesus was sent by God and said, follow my example, take up your cross, deny yourself and serve others, that is what pleases god, nothing else. So I read the quran, I can recite both a fatihah and al ikhlas. How beautiful is al fatihah, the word so true. You may wonder why the quran? Well I know many muslims and none are nutters, none have bombs and all want to live honest clean godly lives. I take solace in seeing god as a mystic being who I cant fathon, not someone I try to personify as a silly ol geezer sitting on a throne like Lizzie. No God is beyond my futile mind, he is eternal niether begats nor is born ie lam yoolid walam yoolad. Its hard being like this, I start reciting and people thing im a raving nut job with a knife. Nothing could be further from the truth. I realise my life is about jihad wow every body run , they think they know what it means but I know it is about the inner struggle to say no to my horrible human nature and die to my ego . Most times I think I loose the battle but somehow I keep getting back up again. Being married make it even harder I feel. When I listen to the azan i feel good, how simple to declare whom god is to say forget the world, the rat race, come rest, lay down your struggle, stop being a rat in the rat race and say allahu akbar, god is greater. Perhap inshallah I need a miracle Bismillah al rahman al raheem wa aliekum salaam Ps I actually have rung at Bow also St Pauls and a load of other churches in the city. Last rang at Bow in 2010 On my bucket list is to ring at Westminster Abbey which im sure will happen .

[@overcometvchannel]

Steven, thank you for sharing your background... you've made our day! What more of a miracle are you waiting for? First He gave us the ability to interview someone that you can so closely relate to. Not only do you have such similar backgrounds, but where you are in your journey sounds like where Gary was when he crossed the chasm. And then He guided you to us! What more of a miracle do you want? :P You don't need a miracle my friend, you just need to apply your will-power! That's the test which He is always testing us with! :) Our goal isn't to push you, but we are here if you need any help, advice etc. Just send us a message or email us on [e-mail] p.s. Comments like yours often get lots of hate replies that KZbin won't let us moderate. If they start coming, we'll delete your message to save you from the pain as they can can be pretty hateful.

[@Steven_Rowe]

overcometv im used to the haters the world is full of muppets i simply block them.. some say they are christian but they are not practising if they were they wouldnt say the things they do. i read a very inspiratioal book From MTV to Mecca by Kristiane Backer a stunning getman beaty who had fame and gave it up and became Muslim. Here us the spooky thing kess than 50 yards from the house I was born in was a covent school in St Anns Road. it closed and is now a masjid and Islamic centre she took her Shahada there in 1995 love to meet het and also Yusef Islam who wrote such beautuful soul searching songs.

[@overcometvchannel]

Yes, ma sha Allah, her story is very inspirational. How many signs do you want Him to give you? Ha ha! It's just about will-power, nothing else! Mate, let us know when you're ready! We can then look forward to interviewing you too! :)

[@RubinaMerchant]

Loved your story. May Allah Keep increasing your faith and make all your deeds of worship easy any joyful Ameen.

[@blackwhite3628]

Reverts, we ♥ uvm!

[@nayyarswati]

MashAllah may Allah bless u ♥️♥️♥️

[@getsoserious8661]

WHOEVER CONVERTED TO MUSLIMS ALL OF THEM HAVE A HIGH INTELLIGENCE ALHAMDULILLAH

[@ivanmataija1623]

erka rumkopi Thank you! :)

[@MAJAVEDAHMED]

Masha Allah bro... iam very glad n thankful listening ur encouraging story...

[@arifalam9628]

Masha Allah brother, very heart touching to see this, particularly as I have grown up in the East End myself and can relate to you in some way (even though I am from an Asian origin). When Allah guides, no one can misguide, may Allah bless you with guidance all your life.

[@anesmamudu4703]

mashaAllah

[@MiaZaheeyaSofea]

please pray for all reverts amd muslims strength to endure life

[@awaisi5634]

So satisfied MashaALLAH

[@alkhan4921]

Truth comes out so pure. Seek the truth and truth will prevail. May Allah Sobhanatallah guide all human beings to the right path and towards him, Amin!!

[@IbenIdriss]

He has nour on his face maha'Allah

[@andy-fq8td]

yes yvonne ridley spoke of this noor [light] also on the taliban imam she met in kabul , only the rightly guided have this

[@mubashshirkoya564]

@@andy-fq8td wdym

[@hameedpta9435]

@@mubashshirkoya564 what? Don't understand, explain?

[@melekkara8952]

This light always comes to face of people convert to Islam I notice that a lot incredible

[@machalattes]

he's actually subtly funny 😂

[@fatimahussain8359]

Masha Allah! ❤

[@tasneemshabir6128]

masha Allah ajza wa jaal, congratulations

[@arshedmohammad2605]

Alhamdulillah brother Suleyman the luckiest person chose the truth to be successful in this world and the hereafter - may Allah bless you brother - amen !

[@elche752]

GOOD 4 YOU MY BROTHER, MAY ALLAH PROTECT AND GUIDE YOU

[@fatimafatimsyedasyeda6217]

Marvellous journey mashaAllah Allah showers his blessings on u.

[@deeagnol]

What a cool guy

[@baadshahkingofking31]

Alhumdulilah, love hearing these stories so much. It brings me so much joy and satisfaction when Allah guides them to his path. Please Pray for me and my family. JazakAllah.

[@JacobBigYankee]

One of my favorite videos on youtube.