I Went To A Mosque For My First Time And I Could'nt Believe What Happened | Malaysia

I went to a Mosque for my first time in Kota Bharu Malaysia. I was asked to convert to Muslim by a woman who was in a shop just out the front of the Mosque, I later entered the Mosque to observe what is happeneing inside but I fet too uncomfortable because I did not want to disrespect anyone
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[@RayBelizean]

Bro, whether you realize it or not, you are more Muslim than us Muslims! When you visit Canada, please visit and stay with us as a guest. I have a couple of motorbikes. Cheers!

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks bro, if I come to Canada I'll look you up! I'm curious, why do you say I'm more muslim? 🎉

[@RayBelizean]

@@farandbeyond Morning. Because you are humble, you are considerate, you are respectful & kind, you have a big heart, you are exploring the globe, you show gratitude towards others who help you, you try to help others, you have a natural inclination & curiosity of the Islamic culture and the Muslim way of life. I've been observing you and how you carry yourself, and you don't take life for granted... You want to explore and learn more by exploring other nations and tribes to learn from each other. These are the real attributes of a Muslim. Islam is not just a religion. It's also a way of life. Stay safe in your travels brother, and remember you are invited to spend some time with us in rural Canada.

[@farandbeyond]

@@RayBelizean brother that is the nicest message I think I've ever had, thank you so much!!! I just got your email so I'll be in touch! 🙏🙏

[@putra67al-habshie46]

​@@farandbeyondSemuga hidayah Allah SWT sampai kepada anda.. insya Allah.. Aaamiin.❤

[@farandbeyond]

thanks you

[@ahmadmuhaiminyong2663]

I think your idea of going to the mosque has made the locals think that you are interested about the religion, mainly because not many non Muslim foreign would do such, especially in Kelantan. Trying to learn about Islam and mosque in Kota Bharu is a bit bold, especially when it is always open and fill with crowds, the people also a bit strict in practicing their duty as Muslim. I'm also a Kelantanese, a Chinese Muslim and I always go to that mosque a few time in a week for learning sessions. Islam is all over the world, we shared the same faith and brotherhood bond, the same goes with the Islamic teaching and practices. If you want to learn more about Islam, our Muslim brothers and sisters back in Australia can guide you. Unless, If you really want to know more about the Kelantan State mosque, you'll have to visit it with someone familiar with it. Cheers, mate.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for your comment brother, yeah I'm a bold guy haha, truth be told I'm very interested in the religion mostly because most muslims I've encountered I've had a wonderful experience with them, I feel there is a lot of stereo typing with this religion that just isn't true, and apart of my travel channel goal is to break stereo types and show the truth and the people behind the truth. Which this video is doing just that, 99% of the comments are beautiful, insightful and helpful, and I was welcome at the mosque, I only felt out of place due to my own limited knowledge, but I will be visiting mosques in other counties so my knowledge will grow in time

[@hasanuddinhasan3388]

Hi @farandbeyond, I watched your vids in Kelantan, great content! I am a Kelantanese. I did study in VIC for my first degree, so listening back to some good ol' Strayan was a music to my ears, mate! I watched this video with interest and I felt that there's something lost in translation haha. None of them are anybody's fault, just some language barrier issues. There is no problem for you, or anybody for that matter, to wear shoes to go to the mosque. It is not a taboo. When those in the video mentioned that you to "open the shoes", what they really meant was that you need to take your shoes off prior to entering the mosque. "Open the shoes" is a direct translation of the Malay language spoken by Malaysian for "buka kasut" which simply means "take off the shoes". The reason why people were wearing thongs or slippers is because it is simpler in our hot weather, we are not accustomed to wearing shoes if we are coming from our homes to the mosque on Friday haha (Friday is a weekend day in Kelantan, so most of us are from home, not from office). You may enter the mosque, there should not be any problem. You may observe the prayer from behind and afterwards, you may try to approach and speak with the leader of the congregation, known as "Imam". Just have a nice little chat. No worries about that. As for the payment, the woman may meant that for any new convert to Islam, the religious authority offers some financial assistance for them since typically new converts would need to build a new life. That's what I understand from the conversation. Anyway, safe travel to Thailand and on to South Africa. You have earned a new subscriber. Welcome back to Kelantan afterwards!

[@farandbeyond]

Your comment made my day, thank you for taking the time to watch my vid and taking the time to explain all these details to me, I really do appreciate it, and comments and engagements like what you just gifted to me is what makes my videos worth it, to get to share an experience with a total stranger and exchange knowledge and wisdom. Thank you brother.... I loved that you said "listening back to some good ol' Strayan was a music to my ears, mate!" that cracked me up haha take it easy my friend and hopefully we speak again, thanks for the sub too

[@ritakisil1508]

Hi again Chris...I hope you enjoyed Thailand. I was reading the comments before I watched the video in full. Now I know the lady everyone talked about...the stall owner with a Brazilian husband. Yes she was friendly and asking if you're interested in becoming a Muslim. As many have commented, it's a choice that only you can make... and if your own free will. It was interesting watching you wash your hands, face...I thought you were doing ablution, cleansing rituals before performing prayers. Or maybe you observed the men washing their hands and feet before performing prayers. Some may have cleansed themselves from home, so you would not see them performing ablution again at the mosque. You're very respectful...I'd like to share too that there is no restrictions in visiting mosques or suraus (smaller than mosques). The only thing to remember is to not enter with shoes on, and for ladies to have their hair covered and dressed in long sleeves and floor-length skirts. As for the slippers, sandals, flip flops...it's for convenience. I hope you have learnt a little about the religion. Wishing you safe travels 👋👋

[@hanianne]

You can sit at outside area, in that area they rest their self😊

[@farandbeyond]

@@hanianne thanks for watching

[@dennischarles68]

You are very right sir. 😊✌️👍 Language barrier and what the translation meant 😂😅 "Open your shoes " refers to take off your shoes. 😂 You can wear any sort of foot wear to the mosque but it has to be removed upon entering it. ✌️👍🙏

[@glories2276]

Don't know some people is so blind seeing converting is the answer to create a peaceful world !

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah I dont have the answers but everyone was very peaceful towards me.. Thanks for watching!

[@cheyangosman4351]

Not peaceful world but peaceful akhirat (life after death) converting is for non Muslim to believe in one God.

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for commenting

[@chandrasegar8159]

u fellas think that only u get to go to heaven others will rot in hell, hey God is not exclusive to any one @@cheyangosman4351

[@Pockipockipocki]

Better convert USD to Ringgit more realistic,

[@penukulbesi4006]

We Muslims do not force non-Muslims to embrace Islam because that is not a guarantee of quality. Depending on the individual's ability and good understanding of Islam, learning to find the truth is important.

[@farandbeyond]

And that is something I respect highly, that is the true way of spreading truth with silence

[@pertama9794]

So, what truth have you found in Islam so far?

[@metitan1398]

@@farandbeyond it's ok bro keep reading the history and keep learning about religion, only who are looking the truth wll find the way insyaAllah

[@tradingstrategiesas8257]

bullshit if you are not fprcing when the mualaf want to leave islam ,all type of threathening used by the religious agency to force you not to leave the religion. this religion became like a gangster religion when you join you cannot leave even you in the grave.

[@IslamIsEvil204]

Do not force but u put loudspeaker 5 times a day when u pray?what nonsense is that?

[@romgozaimas]

Hello Chris. You can visit a mosque to ask questions and take pictures. You are allowed to wear any footwear (boots, shoes, sandals etc) on the mosque ground, but you need to remove them when you enter the praying area. The praying area is usually the carpeted area and seeing the many footwear placed along the entrances is a good gauge that no footwear is allowed beyond that point. 10:35 That laughing man didnt mean anything and he wasnt laughing at your shoes. He was just expressing his happiness seeing a "white man" at a mosque. I'm sure he'll go back to tell everyone he knows of his surprising encounter. The only problem here if you ask questions about Islam, is the language barrier. Islam means peace and to submit yourself to the Creator. Islam is not a religion founded by Muhammad but it referred, rather, to the original religion of all mankind since Adam, Noah, Moses, Jesus etc.

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you so much for taking the time to explain this to me, I will know the next time I visit a Mosque. peace to you friend and thanks for watching!

[@lionelproctor82]

Moses, Jesus, etc. were Jews ✡️ and not Muslims ☪️

[@legotalent2000]

Islam is submitting to Allah (Which you called higher power) that's what we Muslims believe. It's also a religion since Adam until mohamad. Always been there we believe in all prophets including Jesus's.and a chapter in the quran is named marry.surat maryam.

[@muruj1]

@@farandbeyond not only that Kelantan people can't speak English very well that why he laugh, because he embarrassed .... Most of people speak Kelantan .... I really miss Kelantan

[@farandbeyond]

@@muruj1 absolutly keltan people are amazing 🤌🏼🙏

[@wnorainon]

Welcome to Kota Bharu. I used to live in Harris Park near Paramatta in 2007 for 3 months. In 2010, we returned to Australia and lived north of Melbourne for over 3 years. If my son is in Kota Bharu, he can take you for a walk around Kota Bharu. But now he is working in KL. My kids studied in Melbourne in primary school and secondary school. I hope you are satisfied with all the explanations already made by other comments. My friend married a Sydney man who has reverted to Islam and now lives in Melbourne. Her father-in-law is a priest in Sydney. Have a safe trip to Thailand

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for watching friend! I appreciate your comment and the offers to help me in Kota Bharu 🙏

[@sukinidahalan5040]

I feel that it is better that you go to a mosque with someone you are familiar with as a guide.The problem here is that many of them knows very little English,so communication becomes awkward😔

[@farandbeyond]

Your right, the next time I go I will find a local or someone who can take me as a guide, although I cherished the experience, it was slightly awkward because I didn't know what I was doing and I didn't want to offend anyone or do the wrong thing! Also thanks for watching!

[@adibrazman]

@@farandbeyond Ask Amy from the bus incident please. We need Amy.

[@farandbeyond]

😂

[@herihazril]

Good day mate !!! Thanks for visiting my beloved state of Kelantan, Malaysia.. We rarely get any foreign tourist these days.. So glad that u r willing to drop by here in Kota Bharu.. have a safe journey to South Africa.. May god bless you mate.. Edit : let me know if u happen to be in Kota Bharu next time, i can be you guide for free ok.. insya'Allah(god willing)

[@farandbeyond]

Awesome, I will definitely let you know if I return, thanks for watching my vid and that's for the comment 🎉🎉✌🏼

[@herihazril]

@@farandbeyondmy pleasure 👌

[@hmachannel8580]

​@@farandbeyondmay God (Allah) bless you my friend in your life journey and travels, also next time if you want any help in Kota Bharu Kelantan let me know because I want to help you for free.

[@Kimberly-tv1dc]

Dangerous place for you....Take care.

[@AnasSuhaimi]

You were wearing long pants, so in term of properliness, you're proper already. So you could just go inside and sit down. Best to choose last row at the back so you don't interrupt congregation prayer. Other than that, there's nothing much happening in a mosque actually, but again, if you want to experience it, you're welcomed to sit. If you have questions, you can request for a mosque official, he will answer any question that you have. Q&A isn't about converting, but about building a bridge and understanding. What the lady said, would be best worded as "invited you to Islam". After we've invited you, it's up to you. If you have question you ask, we answer. If you need guidance, ask, we'll give. We're not pushy.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for your comment brother, I appreciate it and all of your information. Thanks for watching my video! Peace be upon you!

[@clefvc]

Hope Malaysia will free to sharing or preach own religion to other. This will bring peace, freedom and no barriers between Malaysian.

[@farandbeyond]

It seems like a very open minded place, everyone was respectful to others even if not the same religion

[@muizzanis]

hahaha... interesting conversation you have there with the lady and her Brazilian husband. She was so direct in her innocent way. i think what she tried to convey when she said " they give u money when u convert" was that.. in Islam, there are 8 groups of people who are entitled to receive zakat (tithe) money which includes a newly convert (muallaf). it is a way for Islam to help the newly convert. i like ur video and i take it at facevalue. have fun Chris btw, your attempt at ablution was almost perfect. nice job.

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother, I appreciate your comment and thanks for watching! Hope to see you again! 🙏

[@thewolstenbeast7965]

You're such a lovely guy Chris...keep going far and beyond! More places to explore in Malaysia

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you, that's a really nice comment 🙏🙏 Thanks for watching!

[@thewaywardcyclist3992]

it's like this bro, the muslim mentality is, when all this life is over and we meet again in the hereafter and every truth is revealed, you will come to this man and says to him "why didn't you tell me about the truth when i met you that day at the masjid?" and this man will answer you, "i already told you the truth." so he already did his part, Almighty forgave him and you have nothing against him. trust me bro, i am muslim, this is the muslim mentality, we can't force you if you don't want, we can only convey the belief. it's up to anybody to choose.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for your comment bro, I appreciate the insight 🙏 and thanks for watching my videos

[@eddiel1657]

That soft power most Muslim is brain washed by their Iman since childhood ... And those who is born as race 'malay' you are mandate by law in Malaysia to be Muslim (NO CHOICE) Leaving Islam is almost impossible and Apostasy is to be a punishable crime, and the death penalty

[@shahrulvm]

HI Chris. You have good content in your channel. I'm not gonna comment on your experience visiting the mosque and conversations with locals, but i respect your contents. I PERSONALLY think that this is how a tourist/traveller should do their 'travelog' videos in Malaysia and any other countries. Bump into the locals, and get to know about the places, cultures and the people. Because we have seen enough some youtubers do so many videos reviewing our shopping malls just to attract views and clout. I call it 'easy content'. Lol. Anyway, keep doing what you're doing. Thank you for posting honest content. And thank you for visiting my hometown, Kelantan. I'm Kelantanese but living in Kuala Lumpur.

[@farandbeyond]

Bro thanks for that awesome comment, makes it so worth it when someone writes something positive like this, thanks you so much friend and thanks for watching!!

[@zmzmetal721]

A person who is newly revert to Islam is called "Muallaf". A Muallaf is rightfully entitled to receive money (Zakat) given by the Baitulmal. Anyone can attend Islamic classes organised by the Islamic department in every states in Malaysia.

[@farandbeyond]

Well that's some interesting facts right there my friend, thank you for sharing and thanks for watching, peace onto you 🙏🙏

[@eddiel1657]

It's call bribe

[@zmzmetal721]

@eddiel1657 Bribary is haram. It's "prohibited" in Islam. Zakat is given to the Muallaf to ease their burden becoz sometimes they face difficulties & challenges from their families & friends for being Muallaf.

[@eddiel1657]

@@zmzmetal721 that the problem with Islam they use money to influence... Cash is King (money is source of all evil and Islam use it as part of its systems & power)

[@zmzmetal721]

@eddiel1657 Pls do your research on Zakat to get a full understanding & knowledge on it. Because right now you're just being ignorant, sorry to say...

[@kgdangar2]

glad that you visited my hometown, Kelantan. I really miss the serene, calm, slow pace of kelantan unlike the big city like Kuala Lumpur where im living now

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah it's a beautiful little place, I also really like KL but it is very busy

[@farandbeyond]

Yo thanks for watching and commenting 🙏

[@andromedacrew3533]

If you wonder why all shop was closed.. because it was friday.. friday is a holy day to muslims that we all muslim men should be gather at mosque to pray zohr(midday prayer), we muslim men are prohibited to do any sell or buy activities(except for traveler, and muslim women), the prohibited time is only during the prayer time, it was about 1.25pm untill 2.15pm.. but in kelantan many shop closed early and also many of them make friday as their week offday as kelantan weekends is on friday and saturday.. also, kelantan is muslim majority state, and non-muslim shop also follows to the custom that has been practiced since long ago..

[@farandbeyond]

Now that is some inersting information right there, thank you brother and thanks for watching! 🙏🙏

[@irwanmilanoabdullah7127]

Nice chatting with you again Chris. Only by the will of Allah SWT that leads you to the mosque. Let there be no compulsion in religion, for the truth stands out clearly from falsehood. So whoever renounces false gods and believes in Allah has certainly grasped the firmest, unfailing hand-hold. And Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing. (Al-Baqarah 256)

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks friend 🙏🙏🙏

[@kimsta9920]

Came across your other video of the beautiful girl help you find you bag, and i cant stop watching your video since haha. Btw as many pointed out, we muslim dont force people to convert, also the misconception of the shoe thing, you can wear any types of shoes to come to mosque, just that slippers/sandals are convenient, its simple as that. Anyways, good luck on your journey bro. Hope you find what you seek and be safe brotha

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother I appreciate your comment a lot 🙏🙏 thanks for watching!

[@todaktengok]

@@farandbeyond Just watched the video. I want to add something about the shoes, yes you can wear anything. the lady said open, I think she meant 'take off' your shoe, when entering praying area, no need to take it off when you are outside, In Bahasa(malaysian language) we say 'buka' when taking off shoes, directly translated into 'open'. Southern Thai people mostly can speak Bahasa with Kelantan dialect

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for breaking that down for me! 🙏🙏

[@hafizahasanmoe9786]

Hi chris, the shoes was okay actually. Most of them wore flip flops/slippers because they were convenient. Friday is our weekend, so the men should probably came from their home. Flip flop is easier to put on. 😊 Hope you will visit Kota Bharu again.

[@metitan1398]

and other reason is avoid shoes from stolen(especially the expensive or branded shoes) from the people who are not responsible

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you very much for the insight, and thanks for watching!

[@user-tl9wv6wu9h]

In Malaysia it’s kind of disrespectful to persuade people to convert. The limit is spread positivity-information about religion & religions sharing/studies.

[@farandbeyond]

It wasn't Malaysia it was only two woman, but I didn't think it was rude, I felt they were just trying to share with me something they found valuable and amazing for themselves. Maybe it's wrong, I don't know. But I didn't feel pressured, I just thought it's was friendly

[@farandbeyond]

Maybe her trying to bribe me with money was a little wrong

[@nuarootham1261]

As a Malaysian muslim , I beg to differ. Muslims may share dawah inviting non-muslims to embrace the religion and its okay for them to accept or not to accept the call. One may always refuse if they find the message is not right for them. In Islam no compulsion in religion. And yes, she spoke the truth. In Islam we allocate zakat for those in need which newly converts are also entitled. But if you are well off, you may politely say no. Non-muslims are also encouraged to enter any mosque as long you are fully comply with the dress code. You may enter with shoes off. No need to buy new sandals haha. Just sit at the back of the congregation and embrace your surroundings. Most welcome to ask questions and learn about Islam. Welcome to beautiful and friendly Malaysia. ❤

[@lydiakayu749]

Not by asking someone to convert and talk about money... religion is a choice and born with it... i feel uncomfortable when we try to start friendly suddenly wanna start conversation with asking people about religious...

[@naalainamathe3026]

​In the other word it is so rude to share dawah you bahlol​@@nuarootham1261

[@rashaawale9999]

you are very respectful brother, it is one life research and do your task, may you be blessed

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother! 🙏🙏

[@elyaaskarbelkar4572]

Chris you are a good man with natural instinct in you,may Allah guide you to accept Islam,it would be an easy way of life for you

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you for your kind words 🙏 bless you

[@binsmail]

Done subscribed. Well done Chris. From Malaysia.

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you so much 🙏❤️🙏

[@KAL0001]

Subscribed n liked . Great interaction and fun with the local Muslims. Sincere and very friendly .That's the best things about traveling.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks brother 🙏🙏

[@norhaslinahasan4912]

I'm happy rhat you came to Kelantan

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you

[@norhaslinahasan4912]

@@farandbeyond you're welcome

[@farandbeyond]

@@norhaslinahasan4912 and thanks for watching my videos, I can't do it without all of you 🙏

[@norhaslinahasan4912]

@@farandbeyond you're welcome

[@javedlatif5928]

It doesn't matter what shoes you are wearing, you just have to take off your shoes before going inside the Mosque. Before praying you have to wash your face, arms & feet. Trousers are okay but not shorts. May Allah guide to become a Muslim. Greetings from USA.

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother, may Allah bless you 🙏🙏

[@thetruth623]

I've converted from christian to Islam more than 10 years ago but I never received any money from government/Islamic Centre.But yes I've heard they will give you a few hundreds ringgit if you attended the 2 days motivation/seminar .The money is just for motivation its not gonna make you rich😅.The only thing I need is religion of islam not money...

[@farandbeyond]

That's the right way to look at it, if a person converted to a religion for money it would be the wrong thing to do! Peace upon you

[@PeacePaix]

MUCH respect to you, Chris, for stepping out of your comfort zone. No rule about Shoes or open-toed Slippers (thongs), just that Shoes off at the doors, long pants and shoulders covered, and if possible, wash face, hands, feet before entering.

[@farandbeyond]

It is really that simple, I think the next time I go back to a mosque I will do it with less nervousness haha thanks for your comment friend and thanks for watching!

[@chipster182]

hey chris, how do you feel when you enter the mosque?

[@farandbeyond]

I felt curious, intrigued and at the same time a little out of place, but it felt nice to be there

[@barbaroslar2235]

kelih vidio nih tringat ko crito ore bru msuk isle gi sejid male pertama ramadan kejut dio rama ore, hebat sungguh nok banding greja tok serama tuh hehe.

[@farandbeyond]

Sorry I don't understand! 🤦🏻😞

[@barbaroslar2235]

@@farandbeyond I write in Kelantanese dialect, about seeing your videos remind me a story of new revert that come to Mosque at first Ramadhan night, Muslims have long prayer together at mosque called Tarawikh (you can look on KZbin about the video of Tarawikh prayer around the world) he amazed looking at how many muslims in the mosque not same as the church he use to go, it because in the first ramadan it become tradition almost every muslim go pray tarawikh at mosque, in the day muslim fasting the whole month of ramadan. hopefully you can go to mosque at ramadan night and seeing yourself and try fasting in the day time, many Mosque also provide food for people to break their fasting, I see video non Muslim like you join eat together and there is no problem.

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for the info friend

[@C14882]

Normally before entering any place of worship over here you need to take off your shoes and leave them outside. It happened before that some visitors could not find their pair of shoes outside after finishing the visit. So you find that most worshippers wear very cheap pair of sandals and leave them outside without any worries.

[@farandbeyond]

awesome, thanks for the info and for watching!

[@SemutarGuide]

Hi, i am a licensed tour guide in Kota Bharu..Welcome to my hometown bro! Hope your channel can grow fast after watching all your vlogs in Malaysia..Keep it up!

[@SemutarGuide]

Chris, you were not doing any wrong things when attempt to enter the mosque even to take shoes or sandal off..but for non-muslim or any visitors are not allowed to enter the mosque during prayer time..you can enter the mosque after the praying is over..i guided so many tourist in the mosque since 15 years ago, there were no problem at all

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you mate, I appreciate it! Thanks for watching

[@user-wb4od8qg2x]

Because its Friday, In Friday Kota Bharu city is like dead city. This is because in Kelantan their weekend is on Friday, so everything is closed. Most of people will stay at home in morning & afternoon to rest or doing house chores. In late evening maybe the will started to going out. In Friday mostly shop/restaurant will open up at 3PM, after the Friday prayer (from 1pm-2.30 pm), that why many place is still closed.

[@farandbeyond]

RIGHT!!!! Thanks for telling me, I didnt know! thanks for watching!!

[@user-xi9oj4er6p]

😂😂 she is so excited.

[@farandbeyond]

😂😂 yeah I know right hahah

[@mufidhasan]

I'm a Muslim at birth but I have never ever heard that you get bribed to convert to Islam. It is disappointing that they didn't look after you there and escorted you inside the mosque that's why you feel out of place. Everyone is welcome inside a mosque.

[@farandbeyond]

I didn't look at it as a bribe, I just thought she was excited to share with me something she thought was great, but I understand it's not a great look if someone doesn't understand it... don't worry about it, I'm about to enter Pakistan so I will be visiting many more mosques there and I'm sure I will get shown around

[@hamzahsayang]

If you ever get the chance to visit Singapore, go to Darul-Arqam (Muslim Converts Association). They can answer all your questions, boots on, and you'll find people from many cultures there to chat too. Great place for learning about Islam in a friendly, no compulsion, sort of way. Also has a great food place next door and a great market near by.

[@farandbeyond]

Awesome, thanks for the info 🙏🙏

[@SalimahRahman]

We dont forve any non muslim to revert. We respect each other. You should stay away from a person like that.

[@farandbeyond]

I honestly didn't take it as bad at the time but since posting the video, many Muslims have commented saying it was wrong.

[@user-ve8qm1oh9r]

sister are you serious? This lady is a strong woman with good heart who is inviting people to the truth and you are here criticising her, how many times did you even preach to non Muslim people? She didn't force him, she try to have good conversation with him, he kept on going back to her which means he is kinda interested to know our beliefs and our religion

[@MH4family]

May you find guidance and guidance to the right path

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you 🙏

[@arifflukman8039]

This is some history about Malaysia King and state of Kelantan The King that auntie just talk is the Sultan of state Kelantan, we Malaysia got 9 kings or also known as Malay royals, in this world there is 10 Malays royal that still had sovereign power, 9 in Malaysia and the other one is Brunei Royals. So Malaysia had this unique system which is all the king or sultan from 9 state will take turn to be the head of federation titled Yang Di-pertuan Agong, literally meant He Who is Made Lord or simply paramount ruler. Once five year, the Kings will gather in a conference which the new King will be elected, the process is democratic and actually most of the time it following the same rotated order. Kelantan King is the 15th Agong, beside Kelantan the state Pahang Sultan now is the current Agong he will end his term 30/1/2024 and the new Agong that already been elected will start his duty as the Agong. The new Agong is from state of Johor, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim. Actually Malaysia royals is among the oldest in the world dating back the as early 330 century. The first islamic sultanate in Malaysia founded in year 1136 by Phra Ong Mahawangsa who converted to Islam and named as Sultan Muzaffar Shah I, he was said to be the decendant of Alexander the Great from Merong Mahawangsa, the first King of Langkasuka. The Mahawangsa family still rule the exact same state, with the same name which is Kedah Darul Aman. Kedah also had the oldest civilization in Malaysia which date back to year 788 older than Ancient Rome. If you go visited the side you will find thousands of tuyere that use to make steel. Most of other historical side only found a few of that tuyere, but in Kedah we got thousands of it, every corner of the site. Kelantan is also rich with history, Kelantan is among muslim country that actually a women become it King in the old days. Cik Siti Wan Kembang I is a queen who rule old Kelantan Kingdom. Actually not just one time, many women become the king in state Kelantan and one of them is known as Princess Adruja Wijayamala Singha or simply cik siti wan kembang the seventh was one of the most famous, she is said to be a strong warrior that killed and beheaded the emperor of Siam now Thailand, when the kIng brutally killed her people during a war. And Kelantan is also a state that very famous among islamic scholar since before independent, people come from all over the world to learn islamic scholarship in Kelantan. That is just a little bit about Malaysia history, Malaysia is rich in culture, nature, history, hospitality and food. And as traveler, you should know this the first man to ever circulated entire world in one voyage is indeed a Malay person named Enrique of Malacca or Panglima Awang Hitam

[@farandbeyond]

Wow, information overload hahaha thank you so much for sharing all that info with me, you really know your country ❤️🙏❤️

[@ooppss5284]

thats the landmark of Kota Bharu..symbolize of Kota Bharu..

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for the info and thanks for watching!

[@mohdjafri394]

Interesting makcik ever.

[@farandbeyond]

Hahaha she was cool as! 😆🎉🙏

[@smooth2477]

Good content Malaysian people are very beautiful and good Muslims with good hospitality.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks my friend! 🤙🏼🙏

[@thebradelonge5758]

That's the reality here. Even in schools, universities. Kids, teenagers are promised money for converting. The most frustrating thing is, it's done without the parents consent.

[@farandbeyond]

I dont know about any of that but I do believe parents should be asked if kids are involved

[@noimemic7763]

Yes this very true statement!!

[@farandbeyond]

@@noimemic7763 🤯

[@jspikenell4834]

It's not just you... non-Muslim Malaysians also have experiences like this.. "Believe in your own convictions." GBU😊😊😊

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-cd9sd1vj7x]

They not meant that but if interested why not❤, maybe they come from village. Suprise by a travellers visit😊

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah I think they were a little surprised about me arriving haha

[@stitch.]

Chris You can wear any shoes to Mosque

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you, I appreciate the info 🙏❤️

[@hariskingvids]

It's a shame you didn't feel comfortable enough to go inside but you can bro. Some mosques will ask visitors to wait until after prayer but usually there's a sign. Go inside when you're in Bangkok or if you go to Chiang Mai go to the mosque on Muslim street.

[@farandbeyond]

it was my first time so it was a little uncomfortable because I didnt know what to do, but next time it will be more comfortable, I will go again soon. thanks for your comment

[@smartracingautocraft5583]

If i was there ill defnitely brings u full tour on that mosque...there also an islamic centre closed with the mosque...just google International Islamic Information & Daawah Centre and theres so many foreigners from UK..america and else goes there to learn about islam and looking for info about tourism in malaysia too....safe journey bro and may God give u the best

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother, and bless you 🙏✌🏼

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for watching!

[@smartracingautocraft5583]

@@farandbeyond most welcome brother..and stay safe!

[@smartracingautocraft5583]

@@farandbeyond most welcome brother..and stay safe!

[@farandbeyond]

🙏

[@musahbaharshat4501]

She just say, if you want to convert. 😅😅😅😅😅. A few benefits ... definitely your answer will be. I 'll need time to think about it😂😂😂

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for watching ✌🏼🙏

[@margaretekalaiabdullah8745]

That woman shouldn't force you to convert. It is not the way 😟. I don't agree at all. I m also a convert from christianity with my own willingness. I was given Hidayah n Alhamdulillah Islam is Great 🤲🤲

[@farandbeyond]

No I never felt she was being pushy, she was a very friendly person and I think in her mind she was just trying to share something good with me. I really am beginning to respect muslim culture and Islam, I want to continue to learn more about it

[@Userr-Chen-Chen]

@@farandbeyond🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@farandbeyond]

@@Userr-Chen-Chen what so funny 😂

[@farandbeyond]

@isnirashid9221 I answered honestly, I said the same thing in my video 🤷🏻

[@eerievon2208]

i think she was just too excited…. bt her eagerness might be taken wrongly …

[@mohd.hafizatan2774]

Chris, you can go to the mosque wearing shoes or slippers, not a problem. It is unfortunate that u can’t enter the mosque on friday noon bcoz it’s a busy period. Pls come again between 4:30-5:30pm when the mosque is not so busy. You can meet the imam of the mosque to ask anything about islam.

[@farandbeyond]

Awesome man, thanks for the info and the comment!

[@abamimchannel2055]

that women may give the wrong idea about being a muslim to you. religion is not about money, maybe she's too hype to be film..and the money just to help the new brothers/sisters to go through the day 'if' they need it..btw, tq for coming to our country and share the beauty of malaysian culture and foods👍

[@farandbeyond]

And thank you for your comment and for watching, I hope to see you again in my future adventures!

[@user-ub4hr3mr8i]

Just like any city in the world after covid tons of shops , office buildings , residences are hollowed-out.

[@farandbeyond]

yeah that makes sence

[@PeacePaix]

10:25 all the Info you need, on the board behind you. I find Malaysians are genuinely very welcoming, and almost all speak English.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for the comment friend! I agree, very welcoming!

[@lailadewi]

Ask for Teh Tarik for hot tea with milk. Most people outside KL arent that familiar calling it Chai. Teh Tarik = Tea with milk Teh Ais = Ice Tea (with milk) Teh O = Hot Black Tea (with sugar) Teh O Ais = Black Tea with ice Same goes for local coffee.

[@farandbeyond]

Awesome, thanks for the lesson and thanks for watching! ✌🏼

[@harsonoharsono5238]

Greeting from Indonesia. Love of Christ to all...

[@farandbeyond]

Bless you ❤️🙏

[@warhead5432]

You see mate, how friendly and lovely the Muslim especially the Malay people in Kelantan

[@farandbeyond]

💯%

[@shariffaabdulrahman2516]

No one should force others to convert everyone should be free to chose whatever religion

[@farandbeyond]

No one forced me to do anything truth be told, they may have offered but they didn't force!

[@shariffaabdulrahman2516]

Well maybe the person think that you are going into the mosque to enquire If that's so it's okay

[@farandbeyond]

agreed

[@riezothman]

If you are in KL then easy we can meet.. i take u around KL anywhere u want to go. Btw my bro-inlaw is aussie & lives in Canberra & my sister migrated there.

[@farandbeyond]

Man that's a really kind offer, thank you! When I come back I'll be sure to be in touch 🙏🤙🏼🦘🇦🇺

[@zarihahzain3874]

On your next visit to Malaysia, you are welcome to visit the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpur. There you will find tour guides to help you with your questions on Islam and about the mosque

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you for the offer, I appreciate it!

[@daryltantan]

Wow a Brazilian in Kota Bharu. What’s the odds 😅👍🏼

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah I know right haha I was shocked myself 😂😂

[@peilenglee6952]

Oh dear!She shouldn’t force u to convert!GBU☺️

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for the comment!

[@mugiwaragang]

Theres no forcing..its inviting..why misinterpreted like that?got some islamophobe?..forcing people to convert is like what happen in Philippines during Spanish times..and what happen in spain when christian attack the moors.. that firce convert...these makcik just inviting and they not scholar and nkt good english speaker..its language barrier

[@farandbeyond]

thanks for watching

[@tvok10]

wow..what a lady..

[@farandbeyond]

100% 😎 Thanks for watching!

[@alhudafrozen2717]

Come back to Malaysia n travel to Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Melaka n so much more to eat n travel in Malaysia...

[@farandbeyond]

I definitely will be doing that in the future. Thanks for the comment and watching my video 🙏🙏

[@kaleem2819]

Hi Chris, you have not been doing anything wrong. The only universal thing everyone has to do while entering a mosque to remove their shoes and should be clean, I don't know why that guy laughed but definitely close or open shoes were not the reason and its better if you can just find someone in the streets who can speak English so he can guide you and you don't feel any embarrassment. May Allah guide you and us to the straight path. A'ameen

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother 🙏❤️🙏

[@DodgeNite]

People convert to Islam because of money, not loyal to that religion.

[@farandbeyond]

I disagree

[@J-S.I]

ISLAM is the only True Faith. May Allah guide you to accept Islam. Paradise is only for Muslims. Muslim means the one who submits to the will of the Creator ( Allah) the True and Only worthy of worship God. ALLAh. I have reverted in UK 20 years ago. The best choice of my life. Alhamdulillah. Currently I am living in North Africa. Salamualikum to all Muslims in Malaysia. May Allah grant relive to Muslims in Palestine . Free Palestine

[@farandbeyond]

Free Palestine 🙏🙏

[@pokya-anakrantau8845]

When they said "Open Shoes" they meant take off shoes because in colloquial Malay, "Buka Kasut" means "take shoes off" but "Buka" means To Open or Open, "Kasut" means Shoes.

[@farandbeyond]

Haha thanks for the translation help 🙏

[@soyadumobilelegend9104]

Masha Allah .. interesting in Muslim. May Allah give you hidayah

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks brother, peace upon you!

[@andersonley]

no manners to ask you to converted...but i understand because this is Malaysia..im as a malaysian also have faced same situation where the muslim ask me to convert to islam during my UITM day

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah many people have said the same as you, I personally didn't feel it was disrespectful or rude, but maybe they shouldn't have asked me to convert

[@mybraintalks]

I'm from uitm and nobody in the university is forcing the non Muslim to convert into Islam. Stop the lies and try to slanders the Muslim in Malaysia.

[@wankhairulhakim1308]

Alah, jomlah masuk islam

[@nuarootham1261]

Not about manners. Sometimes most malays are not very converse in speaking proper english. That poor lady tried to convey malay translation in simple english but some of your viewers here took it as offensive. But please, her intent was pure from her heart and honest. Some misunderstandings from other viewers perhaps. Cheers and welcome to Kelantan.

[@greencap8845]

Respect Kelantanese 🙏

[@farandbeyond]

Respect! 🙏🙏

[@mdarf]

Islam Isa religion for all n yet not everyone are blessing to be a Muslims. No one can be forced to be a Muslims n hopefully Allah will choose n May we among the chosen one..Ameen 🤲🤲

[@farandbeyond]

Amen brother

[@79kopi79]

Buka kasut - open shoes Its actually literal translation from malay word which means a request to take off your shoes 😂😂😂. Anyway, the lady is not trying to convert you. It is forbidden in the Islamic law to force somebody coming to the religion. She was only convey the message as told by our god Allah and the teaching by our beloved prophet Muhammad pbuh. If you find the messages connect to your inner heart, make the further research and study. If you choose to reject it, we respect it. You are free to make your decision. The lack of english vocab from some locals might sounds its like forcing you so I hope this clear the misunderstanding. 👍 One more thing, she given you the name 'Muhammad Christ' was meant to 'localize' yourself into the community. Its a sense of welcoming to the neighborhood. Its a practise by some of the old folks at some rural area in Malaysia to the foreigners. It just a gesture of their friendliness. Anyway, have a pleasent time in Malaysia and hopefully you find your own hidden gem at the rural area. You made the right choice not sticking at the metropolitan area only. 👍👍👍

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you for taking the time to explain this to me and thank you for watching!

[@superbiroy]

Makcik punya ABC … Hebat !!!!

[@farandbeyond]

Sorry I don't understand

[@alfiean990]

@@farandbeyond the auntie's english is good

[@farandbeyond]

100% very good

[@wanadamsmith6545]

The locals you met mostly don’t speak English and therefore felt a bit shy to interact. Otherwise they usually are friendly and helpful. You don’t need open shoes to go to mosque, you just need to go barefoot into the mosque.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks mate, message received! 🙏

[@asyrafkhalil4593]

Masya Allah, brother... May Allah give you Hidayah

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother for watching and your comment 🙏❤️🙏

[@kamaldaud2782]

This state is called the balcony of Mecca.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for the Info and thanks for watching!

[@rhanyemacguad8245]

Come visit Sabah east malaysia. You should try montoku 😂

[@farandbeyond]

I definitely will sometime, thanks

[@Zachfemale]

Mashaallah bro

[@farandbeyond]

Mashallah brother

[@enonino1164]

The Auntie MAKCIK speaking very good but ask tourist to convert muslim not culture in malaysia yes malaysia is muslim country other religion is free to practical in malaysia and protect

[@farandbeyond]

I don't think she meant any harm brother! Thanks for watching!

[@mugiwaragang]

It's language barrier la..she dont force anyone..and shes not scholar and educate much,dhes just a hawker..scholar will never preach like that...come on ,chill abit..

[@faridahad5840]

That true... makcik tu terlalu obses

[@farandbeyond]

I dont understand

[@jamessabastian6707]

Becarefull bro t,care

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks bro

[@perasaasli3022]

Wah..she said she'll give him money if he convert to muslim...marketing religion😂😂😂😂

[@farandbeyond]

She might have been bettter off not saying that but I dont think she was trying to market, she was just excited

[@juanolcese6441]

Religion is not a joke, it is a decision that involves a lot of reflection and that perhaps at this moment of travel you are not in a position to do. Don't forget that KZbin pays you for our subscriptions. Greetings from Argentina

[@farandbeyond]

I don't understand what you are talking about? This video was to learn a little about Islam and embrace the religion and culture of this country!Also, that isn't how KZbin works, KZbin pays me for views and watch hours, not subscriptions! Dale pues hermano, cuidarte mucho, saludos de Iran, es donde estoy ahora.. 🤙🏼

[@ExplainingMathematics]

Salaam from Melbourne Chris, any shoes is ok, as long as you dont wear shoes inside.

[@farandbeyond]

Salam brother, thanks for watching my vid and thanks for the comment and info, I appreciate it

[@bassantnassef4934]

hope next time in a mosque be better , dont be so shy go in its fine & do mistakes its fine too

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you ❤️🇦🇺

[@milkybar06]

About the open sandals. It just because it's hot and they are easy to take on and off.

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for the insight friend, and thanks for watching!

[@mohamednizarbinhamid3807]

May ALLAH SWT give him HIDAYAH. Amin 🤲🏼

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you brother 🙏

[@songkok7hitam]

That's very impressive really 4:00

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for wathing!

[@wannazmisolihin6960]

You should have a rest in a mosque while listening to the prayer… good for relaxion.

[@farandbeyond]

Yeah the next time I visit a mosque I will do that for sure, now I have learnt so much more from this video thanks to all of you writing me messages and helping me understand, the next time will be an even more amazing experience! thanks for watching friend!

[@litofiicial3010]

Hey mate can you recommend nice place should i go to Australia. i have been to Sydney before its very nice. Can you suggest where should i go next

[@farandbeyond]

Hey brother, I personally would recommend the Whitsundays or Darwin, both very beautiful places. Down South Australia there are many beautiful places to see too

[@litofiicial3010]

@@farandbeyond tqvm for the recommendation. love from malaysia Kuala lumpur

[@farandbeyond]

@@litofiicial3010 thanks mate, love back from Krabi Thailand 🙏💯

[@chanproperties]

I am from Malaysia. So Funny seeing you talk to the lady and the Man selling at the food stall. Malaysian people are friendly and Love to talk and they would stand there and talk all Day. Very Friendly but No, do not convert to Islam if you like to drink Beer or Eat Pork. It would not End Well if you cheat and get caught.

[@farandbeyond]

Well I am not Muslim but I don't drink alcohol anymore and I really try to avoid pork haha so it wouldn't be to hard for me! 😂

[@rimeice3261]

About muslim name,. you dont have to change your name (unless it has bad meaning)

[@farandbeyond]

Thanks for sharing that info with me and thanks for watching!

[@habdulhamid7941]

You got me laughing when you said that building with LHDN written on it was some sort of monument or building of significance. LHDN stands for Lembaga Hasil Dalam Negeri (State Internal Revenue Department) it out equivalent of the American IRS.

[@farandbeyond]

Hahaha this post made me laugh, I honestly didn't realise that's what it was 😂😂😂

[@raziackzing]

thats why i like dharmic following.

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you!

[@lealemon4856]

Chris maybe u need to go other mosque in malaysia. Like in penang. No force.

[@farandbeyond]

I'm not in Malaysia now, I am in Thailand, I will go to another mosque here and in India and Pakistan

[@lealemon4856]

@@farandbeyond cool. Ok. One day if u back go to Penang island. Is multi culture.

[@IBL1S]

​@@lealemon4856multicultural my a55

[@izzhreehanraja7884]

insya allah brother you on the way to find the true in real life..

[@farandbeyond]

Thank you my brother 🙏❤️

[@izzhreehanraja7884]

You're welcome brother

[@farandbeyond]

🙏

[@HappyTulips-fo8km]

I got my hidayah from my mother the day i was born which no other religion can give

[@farandbeyond]

what a blessing for you my friend!

[@javedlatif5928]

The best way to learn about Islam is to get the Holy Quran in Arabic, with English translation & Roman English for pronunciation.

[@farandbeyond]

I actually already have a copy on my phone