My Journey to Islam - Part 1

As-salamu alaykum everyone! Insha’Allah you’re doing well,
This is my very first KZbin video where I describe my journey to Islam. This is part 1 of a 3-part series. 99% of this video was filmed in Madrid Spain, while I was traveling south toward Granada where I would be declaring my Shahada on December 1, 2023.
In this first video I discuss the hypocrisy I witnessed growing up in my childhood and my desire to understand God more comprehensively.
I disclose how I transitioned from a Christian to an atheist and then how I discovered Islam while working as a bartender.
Going to UC Berkeley was an incredible opportunity for a girl like me from Canada and I took every advantage I could to finally study religion in an academic, rational and systematic way. Initially I wanted to study Hinduism because I was an avid yoga practitioner however, as I mention in this video, the Hindu 101 class was at 9am, so with my work schedule, attending class and doing well, wasn’t feasible. I then signed up for the 1pm Islam 101 class which was taught by Dr. Hatem Bazian. If you don’t follow him on social media, please do because he is an excellent teacher and an activist - @HatemBazian
I also point out how Islamophobia is inherent in academic, and in supposedly liberal cities like Berkeley, California. I briefly explain that I went to Granada in Spain for my semester abroad.
As you’ll notice part way through the video the cuts back to me talking in Portugal where I talk about Dr. Bazian and how I selected Islam in Berkeley’s course schedule. This section of the video was filmed after my trip to Spain and I had to piece it into the Madrid video because the audio from the park in Madrid was unusable, unfortunately.
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[@NN-jl8dm]

For all new Islam converts . PLEASE only follow the Quran and the true life of the prophet... DO NOT be influenced by individual Muslims as (very many of them) are a bad reflection of the beautiful Islam .. Do not be influenced by some Muslim countries cultural and tribal traditions as most of them are simply cultural and traditional and has nothing to do with true Islamic practices…This is a message from the heart as it saddens me to see many new converts leave Islam after a short while because they heard or witnessed bad Muslims.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for such an incredibly important comment. I’ve been working out my ideas on this exact topic & Insha’Allah I’ll be filming about this on Friday! It can be difficult to navigate what is culture and what is Islam, perhaps even more so for those born into the religion. I like to give people the benefit of the doubt however a few of the comments on here are unmerciful. I’m sure they don’t realize that they’re “poisoning the well” in many ways when those interested in converting see these comments because I have had quite a few people DM me on IG who talk to me about converting but are shocked at the discourtesy.

[@NN-jl8dm]

@@AlieForza Thank you Alie for you attention to my comment. And thank you again for considering to highlight this critical issue on your next topics. Yes unfortunately, Islam gets a bad wrap due to the behaviors of "SO CALLED MUSLIMS" out there. They tend to mix their own traditional and tribal ancient customs with the practice of Islam which unfortunately taints the beautiful relegion of Islam, like for example; The savage acts of female circumcision in many African countries who tend to identify themselves as muslims, or the all in black covered dress garmets that women tend to wear in some parts of the middle east or the untamed beards of some men or the mistreatment of helpless animals , and on and on . I can go forever on those issues that gives a bad wrap to this beautiful relegion. Islam, the Quran and the prophet are free from such ill traditions and customs. Thank you again for your attention and god bless you.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair again for your comment and for your prayers.

[@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543]

@@AlieForza Asalam ALeikum. many Muslims who want to practice are shut down by secular Muslims, who have misunderstood Islam due to them being reverts in a time and place w/ little tech and mixed up culture and religion & context of scripture! May Allah make is easy for us!

[@falsesectslikeshiaarejudeo6543]

@@AlieForza If you are interested in some yt pages I think can help : Scottish Revert Teacher Scholarly Subtitles People of knowledge Saajid Lipham Muhammad James Sutton/Ilmstitute Amau Muslim Lantern - very good.

[@Capungo]

This video needs to reach a lot more people. Let's do it. Brothers and sisters, please like it and share it.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair brother, you’re so kind💚 Insha’Allah!

[@zainahmed6791]

Subhanallah reverts or converts have no idea how much it warms our hearts and bring joy to us born Muslim's hearts. Sorry for my english. During these times reverts really helps us seein them in our faith. Alhamdulillah. They are the next generation of Islam inshallah.

[@AlieForza]

Your English is completely understandable, so you have no reason to apologize! Jazakallah khair for your comment💓

[@mahmodgoda3717]

much support i loved watching this so much

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your support Mahmod!

[@Meleklerce]

Yine ben :) Ayarlar kısmından otomatik dil seçme , kapat, dil ekle, tüm dünya dilleri, seçim 😊 ben de az önce uyguladım oluyor 😉👍🏻

[@AlieForza]

@@MeleklerceInsha’Allah I will figure this out asap🙃

[@ummaryam1020]

Welcome Sister to the right path. ❤

[@indianreaction445]

​@@AlieForzahello how are you sister

[@mhdgdob14020]

As a moslem brothers, i would like to say thank you, for sharing this wonderfull story about your convertion to becoming a moslem, as a revert you might not realize how it would have help spreading and constributing islam for those whos were not yet a moslem, to gain more knowledge and better understanding about this Beautiful religion,,,thank you lovely my sister... May Allah Strengted your faith & always guiding you and your family members on the straight path, ameen...

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your wonderful comment & for your prayers for me and my family💗I saw it yesterday and have been thinking about it. No, I did not realize how it could help spread Islam🥹Alhamdulillah!

[@mikhailbabushkinum]

Welcome home Alie. Your story is very beautiful, watched it on Twitter and here too. May Allah bless you , strengthen your faith and bestow endless blessings upon you

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Mikhail for such kind words. And for watching my video 2x😍 Ameen!

[@jepense978]

Amine 🙏

[@AamirKhan-cl4ly]

Mashallah sister. Wisdom & INTELLECT. It is very easy to be Muslim believe in one God and uphold is commandments ❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Aamir for your kind words💗

[@rohaankhan9018]

Came from your post on Twitter. may Allah keep you steadfast, Ameen ya rabbul alameen.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Rohaan, I appreciate your support!

[@mhmdosmy]

you guys reverts are going thru almost the same as the first Muslims went thru from rejections to persecutions and all of that just made them stronger and they are the ones who brought Islam to us just imagine if they were dis encouraged and gave up we will not have this beautiful religion between us now keep up the good work may Allah guide all to the straight path

[@AlieForza]

You make a really good point! Jazakallah khair for your comment & your duas, I appreciate them.

[@mhmdosmy]

@@AlieForza you too jazakallah khair

[@fahimehdashti3526]

such a good point

[@user-rs1iq3kt6l]

The pedo path

[@moa3810]

Good for you. Sounds like Islam has definitely struck a chord with you. I am going through a rediscovery phase on Islam after being an agnostic for many years. So I'm interested to hear the impressions of new reverts to Islam. So far, very interesting.

[@user-pc7hp3fr8v]

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[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your comment! And Insha’Allah you’ll come back into the fold♥️

[@bobnordstrom5944]

It is interesting how people can be so gullible .

[@epidemicinfo5623]

Ma Sha Allah More Power to You for being role model for so many people... God Bless you...

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the very generous comment. Ameen!

[@QuickCinemaRecap]

00:20 Struggles with Christian upbringing and journey to Islam 02:09 Disillusionment with hypocrisy in Christian youth groups 03:56 Observed family hypocrisy, became atheist and later explored religion in university. 05:54 Discovered Islam through a convenient class schedule 07:43 Passion for learning about Islam and advocating against Islamophobia 09:30 Studying Islam with practicing Muslims in California 11:16 Got intrigued by Islam after attending a class 13:03 Transition from Christian upbringing to studying Islam

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for taking the time to watch & then add in these timestamps! You’re so thoughtful, Alhamdulillah💗

[@user-oc5ey2ku3g]

@@AlieForza 0:06 I think that was El Retiro park in Madrid.. 7:32 The first word 'Iqra'e' according to the authentic Arabic tongue doesn't mean read. It means memorize. Regardless of the place where the prophet was back then, or what was revealed in the front of him, his question (what would I memorize?) means he was seeing nothing readable supposing 'read' is the right meaning.. another proof is the verse 'We will make you memorize so don't forget' (S.87/V.6). And not: 'We will make you recite..' Memorizing is (opposite-ly) related to forgetting more than reading or reciting. That's an old linguistic fallacy, the majority learned it wrong.. The right word for read is Yatloo. You find it in many verses along the Qur'an.. A scholar can't be named like that unless he'd have the base of all Islamic sciences which is the science of the language origins (FIQUH'EL' OSOUL) and (FIQUH'ELBALAGHA).. Otherwise, he'd be called a professor instead. I wish you'll read this, and feel free to ask about so many corruptions you might cross along the way.

[@user-vy7rx8hy4m]

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[@thehuman428]

As per Islam women is half minded and you are real example

[@user-oc5ey2ku3g]

@@user-vy7rx8hy4m Well, here's another one more from '30 months & 4 suitcases' video: Yes (of course) please! it sounded very interesting; two souls destined to meet away from home. There's many points I'd like to comment about, but here are some important ones: From the infinite grace of Islam and what the prophet taught us about any illness, there's three main natural ways must be considered to cure Cancer; one is the Islamic Cupping (Hijama), not the dry Chinese Cupping, and not anyone can operate.. I can explain more about this large topic if you'd like to.. Second cure is the 'water fasting' for weeks repeatedly (depends on how early or late were the diagnosis), and doing that with Zamzam water is just perfect.. And to be in Mecca is super perfect.. Also is a large topic... The 'big Farma' hates all of that natural curing obviously.. third, the Dromedary camel milk and urine.. And a major bonus, is listening to the Qur'an with the intention to heal, with the 'dou'ae' as well.. And from that dou'ae, there is one you remarkably repeat, which is 'alhamdo lillah'. But it's important to know that 'alhamdo lillah' does not mean thanks or praise to Allah as the majority of Muslims thinks. The prophet said: "the best of the prayers (Dikr) is la ilaha illa' llah, and the best of the dou'ae alhamdo lillah". That means that after monotheism there is the contentment and acceptance of any fate Allah had wrote for every single thing in our lives and every life around us, (everything).. The sentence is the heart of the Islamic belief.. There's not a place you named in this video I haven't visited or lived in (even Dubai), except NY and Nazaré.. In Kiev I had Spanish friends that used to bring some goodies from there..

[@NadeemHussain-rt3fd]

Subhan-Allah the BEAUTY and POWER of ISLAM Masha-Allah amazing story ALLAH HU AKBAR❤️🕋❤️

[@AlieForza]

Allāhu Akbar!

[@nafissarami5524]

Thank you for sharing your story with us, love ! I really enjoyed listening to you & I’m sure quite a few ppl will be inspired by this video to find their own journey 🦋

[@AlieForza]

Jazakillah khair Nafissa🥰 Insha’Allah my story resonates with others!

[@yaseral-hassani7508]

Welcome to Islam ☪️ sister

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Yaser! It feels so good to be home again🥰

[@RebbieAlmo]

Thanks for sharing. I have a similar story. My family are very strong Christians and I was too until I met a very special person (now my husband Alhamdullilah) who taught me about Islam and I started questioning my Christian faith. My journey over the last few years has been very hard for my family, they say I have turned my back on God. I haven't taken my shahada yet, if I'm being honest it's because I care too much what people think of me. Horrible reason, I know. So it was really powerful to hear you say you got over that. Inshallah God will help me get over my fear too.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for sharing your story with me Rebecca💗 I know how hard it can be to have a family who doesn’t accept your love of Islam. My father is a self-described Islamophobe, so it’s been really tough managing this part of our relationship. Ultimately I couldn’t deny my feelings because of someone else’s fear and inability to accept my beliefs. I chose to do what was right for me and for my afterlife and Alhamdulillah that in Islam we get rewarded for any hardship we endure. Have you had a chance to read the Qur’an yet? There’s a verse which came to my mind after I read your comment: “But if they press you to associate others with Me in My Divinity, (to associate) those regarding whom you have no knowledge (that they are My associates), do not obey them. And yet treat them well in this world, and follow the way of him who turns to Me in devotion. Eventually it is to Me that all of you shall return, and I shall then tell you all that you did.” (31:15). And if you want to talk more about it, or about life in general, please feel free to reach out to me on IG or on Twitter too, I’m @alieforza on all the socials!

[@user-ys9pr7lc6l]

hey, i understand how hard it could be for some ppl to convert because of family and society. but if you find islam to be the truth you should take that step and accept it it'll be easy inshallah after you do it, and you don't really have to wear the hijab right away, you could convert and take it slowly from there. if you're not convinced 100% yet that it's the truth there are some yt channels and some videos that i could recommend you. after all no one should follow any religion or believe in something blindly. on the day of judgement your family isn't gonna be able to help you. this life is too short, it's like nothing compared to eternity so it doesn't matter what some ppl might think of you. what matters is what you think of yourself, and i just wanna add that if you find or end up finding islam to be the truth but don't accept it you're not only wronging yourself but also wronging your family. the same family you might be worried what they might think of you if you convert, because if there was anyone that could show them the truth it would be you. if you take that step they might think you only converted because of your husband, but you should let them know you're taking it because you've investigated the religion and did your own research and that you found it to be the truth and advice them to do their own research as well. who knows maybe if you convert they'll look into islam and end up converting one day.

[@mdrajikulislamaupu]

Alhamdulillah alhamdulillah ala kulli hal Finally you're in the path of what your heart rummaged for years. The peace in one prostration can't be equal to the whole world. May Allah guide you more and more and give the energy and enthusiasm to preach Islam in western countries. Amin “There is no compulsion in religion. Verily, the Right Path has become distinct from the wrong path. Whoever disbelieves in taghoot (false gods) and believes in Allah, then he has grasped the most trustworthy handhold that will never break.” [al-Baqarah 2:256]

[@AlieForza]

You’re absolutely right brother! Not only my heart was foraging for years but about that solace that can only be found in sujood; it’s indescribable💖 SubhanAllah! And Jazakallah khair for such a beautiful comment. May As-Salam continue to Give you Peace.

[@titinsuprihatin1063]

Thankyou for your inspiring story. You are a good story teller

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your very kind comment! I appreciate it🩷

[@mdmurshed5008]

Masaa Allah. Congratulations to Islam my sister in faith. Allah has guided you. May Allah accept your journey to Islam and all of your good deeds. Ameen.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your warm welcome & thoughtful prayers, I really appreciate both!

[@MohammadKhidar]

Salamualaikum, not only is your conversation story inspirational to new Muslims, but also to born Muslims like me and other, that this Islam is a gift we need to cherish, appreciate, study it, implement to the best we can. May Allah keep guiding us to be better Muslims. Ameen.

[@UMAR77]

This is your first video, I support you 💯

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Umar, I am grateful for your support!

[@saf1999]

Alhamdulillah welcome sister 🤎. Wish you and your family the best. Love from New Jersey

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the welcome & the well wishes for me & my family💗

[@abc3853]

Assalamualykum my new Muslim sister, I'm your brother from Bangladesh 🇧🇩.

[@AlieForza]

Wa ʿalaykumu salam brother!! Insha’Allah you & your loved ones are doing well?

[@zamalbaksh6328]

Salaam my sister may allah bless you welcome

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the welcome into the Ummah, I appreciate it🩷

[@Ob.j97]

Waiting for the part 2 I hope you become religious more and more

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair brother!! Insha’Allah we all do💖

[@muslimatruckdriver]

Mashallah. You remind me : Me . I grew up as an Atheist too. Now I am Muslima

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah Sara!! We’re sisters now🤗

[@Kalashnikov103]

بارك الله فيك وحفظك و وفقك و ثبتك على الاسلام، وأخيرا وليس آخرا مرحبا بك أختي العزيزة في الاسلام و مرحبا بك في عائلتك الكبيرة المسلمين. ❤🤲

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a warm welcome & for your prayers. It means a lot to me💓

[@Kalashnikov103]

قال رسول الله صل الله عليه وسلم "مثل المؤمنين في توادهم وتراحمهم كمثل الجسد الواحد اذا اشتكى منه عضو تداعى له سائر الجسد بالسهر والحمى" صدق رسول الله صل الله عليه وسلم. هذا واجب على كل مسلم لأخيه/أخته المسلم/المسلمة، جزانا الله وإياكم كل خير و بارك علينا وعليكم و وفقنا ووفقكم و حفظنا وحفظكم من كل سوء ومكروه. تحياتي لك مرة أخرى أختى العزيزة ❤️🤲

[@letsknow1491]

All praise is to ALLAH the creator of universe for guididng me and you sister...Welcome home Sister.. You have the best gift that anybody can get in this world.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a warm welcome into the Ummah! I agree with you, being Muslim is the best gift ever💓

[@letsknow1491]

​@@AlieForzaInclude me and the whole ummah in your prayer especially Palestinians...

[@AlieForza]

The Ummah & Palestine are always in my duas! Insha’Allah you’ll let me know your real name so I can pray for you?

[@letsknow1491]

​@@AlieForzaMy name is USMAN.... Jazakhallah

[@jepense978]

Al hamdulillah 🙏👍✌️ Allah guide les bonnes personnes !

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your kind words💓

[@asifiqubal6905]

MASHA ALLAH SUBHAAN ALLAH ALHAMDULILAH RABBIL AALAMEEN AS SALAMO ALEYKUM WARAH MATULLAHI WA BARAH KATEHU Alie never feel alone at any point of the moment your whole muslim family is with you till our last breath.and what yours friends,co-workers & relatives thinking about your decision just ignore it I know it's extremely hard but there is no choice. IN SHA ALLAH just wait ALLAH will return back them to you. Lots of love from India

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a kindhearted comment💓 I appreciate it very much brother!

[@asifiqubal6905]

@AlieForza WA YAKI KHAIR my dear sister Alie.you are most welcome always.

[@nazaare-kx5dx]

Love from India dear.....most humble, heartiest welcome to Islam 🎉❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your warm-hearted welcome into the Ummah💗

[@zfarooq915]

Mashallah.. so happy for u! May Allah swt bless u so much in making this journey easy for u

[@AlieForza]

Wa ʿalaykumu salam & Jazak’Allah khair for your prayers!

[@An0therYou]

Subhanallah!🎉 Your story is so inspiring. Many congratulations sis..😊 May Allah make things easier for you and may you remain steadfast on deen until the last breath..❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a kind comment & for your duas🤲🏻

[@An0therYou]

@@AlieForza Ameen, most welcome:)

[@mrmane2000]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I must apologize though for laughing at the beginning when you spoke about not remembering any stories from church because it gave me a flashback of this one episode of Mr Bean where he was in church and the preacher kept rambling on and on while he was nodding off in the most comedic way.

[@AlieForza]

Hahaha! Laugh away @mrmane2000 😂😂 I need to find that video now. Insha’Allah you’ll watch part 2 & 3 too.

[@MuhammadAdnan-lz1pw]

From Pakistan MashAllah tabarakallah my dear sister. May Allah bless you

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your dua Muhammad!

[@funguysid]

Os. Cannon came to our mosque as well. Great person. touched our hearts. May Allah grant him Jannatul firdous.

[@AlieForza]

Ameen Summa Ameen!!

[@Hellamoody]

I follow you on Twitter. When you announced it on there I was shocked because you already acted and spoke like a muslim, your conversion feels like you're coming home 😊 may Allah forever keep your heart firm on this beautiful deen

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah🥹 Jazakallah khair for your very thoughtful comment & for your duas!

[@YaarDost77]

Mashallah and may Allah guide you in every aspect of your life.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such kind words💓

[@nacerkerrouche1544]

Very touching. Thanks for sharing

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for watching, I appreciate your support!

[@meeraalgheryani3345]

Please post more videos! I am so interested im ur point of view. May Allah continue to enlighten you. I loved the audio!

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your kind words sister🥹 I appreciate you being here!

[@OptimisticDa]

MAY ALLAH BLESS YOU ❤❤❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your dua, it means a lot to me💓

[@irenez3410]

Peace be on you sister, welcome home....what a beautiful journey! Take care of yourself and do dua for the ummah.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakillah khair sister for the friendly welcome! It feels so good to be home again🥰 Insha’Allah I will continue to pray for our brother & sisters around the world.

[@peshawariam]

MashAllah , I love your story . As a Muslim, I get lots of proud feelings watching these stories. We are so blessed by The All mighty to be Muslim. Alhamdulillah

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your kind words. You’re absolutely right, we are incredibly blessed to be able to be Muslim🥹 Alhamdulillah!

[@mobeenshafaat07]

Saw you on Twitter and now here! Alhamadolillah you’re on the right path. May Allah guide you to what is right and protect you from what’s bad. Prayers from Lahore, Pakistan

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah! Jazak’Allah khair for your kind words and your prayers, I appreciate both very much brother💓

[@10oneluv10]

Congratulations sister! Your story sounds a lot like mine. And I agree, most Christians become Muslims because of Tawheed, our natural fitrah is calling us back home.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the support. It’s so true; Tawheed makes perfect sense. Alhamdulillah

[@assanetalla5797]

Mashallah may allah continue to guide you and don’t worry finding the truth is better than living a life in misguiding. May allah continue to bless you and your family

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the duas for me & my family💗 You’re absolutely right, finding the truth - even when it is difficult is better than living a life of misguiding.

[@nadeem1689]

Peace and blessings upon you Alie. May the Almighty continue to shower you with his choicest bounties and blessings. Guide and protect you always..

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such kind prayers Nadeem. I appreciate very much💗

[@dom3073]

mashaAllah. This video needs to blow up and go viral!

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Dom! Insha’Allah❤

[@MohamedH7]

Masha Allah ❤

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah!

[@Nerdnp22]

I'm am so happy for you Alie! May God bless you and keep you steadfast in faith! ❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your kind words & your prayers, they mean a lot to me💗 Insha’Allah & Ameen!

[@nickisoleiman8444]

Welcome to Islam ❤ from Canada

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the welcome💗 I was born in Canada, where do you live?

[@Sahshh1]

Mashallah sister may Allah keep well and increase your righteousness and increase your understanding of religion

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the thoughtful duas, I appreciate it!

[@med.othman]

Welcome my sister to Islam.im so happy for you welcome to our family your happiness matters

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your warm welcome in the Ummah💗

[@anklebreaka03]

MashAllah, I'm so proud of you my new sister! Your journey is beautiful and amazing. May Allah SWT continue to bless you and guide you along the straight path. Thank you for sharing your story with us.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for you thoughtful words, your prayers, and your support. It all means a lot to me💓

[@JohnDoe-cb5nb]

Vow ! Subhanallah. Powerful inspiring video. Rejuvenated my own faith and left me v emotional and introspective. !

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for letting me know that. That makes me so happy💓Alhamdulillah!

[@dreamhiest8327]

أسأل الله أن يطهر قلبك ويثبت إيمانك وييسره لك ويحبب لك فعل الخير ويرزقك الفردوس الأعلى اختي

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a warm-hearted comment🥹 Ameen!

[@Mustafa_Hossam]

Mashaallah Congrats 🎉

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Mostafa!

[@awalluddinawal3870]

May Allah swt bless u my sister to a right path ...insyallah❤❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair brother, I appreciate your dua💗💗

[@maarshitech7961]

Masha Allah

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair!

[@taisirghazi2963]

Welcome to Islam dear Alie, dont worry about other people's reactions to your interest in Islam. As long as The Almighty is with you that is all you need. STAY SAFE.❤❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the advice! Alhamdulillah I don’t worry about the opinions of others anymore, especially when they live a lifestyle that is objectively unhealthy. You’re right, all I need is the Most Merciful!

[@LiaSjahriar]

Alhamdulillah, welcome to islam Sister Alie... May Allah SWT make things easier for you, aamiin

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the warm welcome sister & for your dua💗Ameen!

[@firdoshkhan2309]

MASHA ALLAH! ALHAMDULILLAH! ALLAH accept our efforts aameen

[@AlieForza]

Ameen Summa Ameen!

[@Bunyourdesires]

Great video Sister Alie, May Allah bless you! Ameen

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your dua, Ameen!!

[@sabrinemaiza5536]

Wow it's amazing to see people embracing Islam it's incredible and Allah planned this SubhanAllah ❤

[@AlieForza]

Subhan’Allah!

[@sabrinemaiza5536]

@@AlieForza ☺️💖😍

[@AlieForza]

💓💓💓

[@Hussain_KW81]

Hi Alie, its the first time I come by your channel here! I followed you on X when Gaza crisis started, but didn’t actually check your bio details except today when I read your post about verse 28:56 in the Qur’an. I listened to your Medrid Video today and it was fascinating! What attracted me the most when you had to change schedual because you couldn’t get up eary to attend Hinduism class at 9:00 am so you ended up taking Islam 101. I am happy to help you with any question in your mind about Islam and the Holy Qur’an. And regarding the translation, I strongly recommend A. Yusuf Ali, The Holy Qur’an Text, Translation, and Commentary. This is the best translation out there! It was written in a Shakespearean fashion and try gettiing the 1946 edition because this was his original text.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your thoughtful comment Hussain & for offering to help me🩷 Yes, isn’t it so strange that because I was bartending until 2am, there was just no way I could get back into Berkeley for a 9am class!? And then the seeing the Islam 101 class at 1pm and thinking okay perfect, let’s check this class out. SubhanAllah!! It still sort of boggles my brain🤯 Insha’Allah I can find that exact copy!

[@UmMusab-yd2ob]

MashaAllah. Your video was YT recommended. May Allah increase your strength and steadfastness in faith. May Allah continue to bless you in the world and the next. Ameen! Although I was born Muslim, I delayed many good things in my life because of fear what others think of me. Alhamdullah, Allah removed that fear and now I think of no one’s reaction except Allah. I remember the first time that happened, I felt like a heavy burden lifted off my shoulders… I felt free! 😊 Life is journey and test, and may you be blessed with best of it and protected from the evils of it, Amen. Welcome to the Ummah🎉❤❤❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for sharing this with me, for welcoming me into the Ummah & for your very thoughtful prayers. I appreciate your generosity💓 It is truly a liberating feeling isn’t it? Especially when most of these people don’t live a life that we want to emulate anyway! Alhamdulillah for Islam.

[@IkhwanulMuslimin1993]

I love you so much when you talk about Islam. Talking while walking with a beautiful view makes what is being said more acceptable. I hope that those who want to learn about Islam can learn from the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and not just look at the example of a Muslim, because a human being can make mistakes that will cause you to retreat from knowing Islam. May others be inspired by your story, be more open about the beauty of Islam and may you always be blessed in your activities.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for such a kindhearted comment and for your prayers💗 Yes it’s incredibly important to learn from the Qur’an & Sunnah, that’s such great advice. Alhamdulillah!

[@turningtide15]

May Allah swta guide you and protect you on the Straight path! Selam from Bosnia.

[@AlieForza]

Wa ʿalaykumu salam & Jazakallah khair for the friendly welcome💗 I would love to visit Bosnia one day, Insha’Allah!

[@tariqkhraishi7969]

Sister Alie: I am already hooked on your story telling and you just gained a subscriber :). May Allah bless you

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Tariq!! I’m grateful for your support brother.

[@Emantarawneh1]

Loved this! Thank you sharing and may Allah light your path to Him. ❤❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for watching and for your very important dua💖 Insha’Allah & Ameen!

[@khaliqsofi5221]

Sister we love your conversation, analysis about Islam. God may bless you. When God stands with you don't worry for criticism of others .

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your thoughtful works and your prayers!! You’re right, when Allāh (SWT) stands with you don’t worry about criticism from others💖

[@smnvs7]

been waiting for it, May Allah bless you✨.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your patience & kind words! It’s been years in the making😉

[@abcabcv2905]

MashaAllah sister❤. What an honest beautiful video! .“Fear not the path of Truth for the lack of People walking on it.” (Lack of people in your surroundings and community Alie. We are all your family❤💐)

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for such a thoughtful comment🥹 I really appreciate your kindness!

[@chiefxcell]

Hearing you got your Islam 101 course from Dr. Hatem is great. Love him. Welcome to our family. May the One who guided you keep you on His path during your life journey. And our destination is to Him.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for welcoming me to the Ummah. He is great, isn't he! Alhamdulillah💗

[@nadamel5422]

أسأل الله أن يثبتك.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your prayers! They mean a lot to me💓

[@ishkaanfakhir9601]

God bless you sister. You have been guided finally. Alhamudulillah

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah! Jazak’Allah khair for your prayer too💓

[@hanam6392]

Much support to you! The road is not easy but it’s undoubtedly and absolutely worth it. I highly recommend Paul William’s blogging theology KZbin channel.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your support, I appreciate it very much🩷 Yes, I am a big fan of brother Paul & his work on BT!! I watch it all the time☺️ Are you on Twitter too? He also posts a lot of great content there as well, Alhamdulillah!

[@samlevites9824]

I enjoyed your video! Thank you for making this video! Peace be with you sister!

[@snaa595]

You are so strong and pure may allah make you happy in this world and the hereafter

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your very kind words & prayers. Ameen!

[@amjadhussain5024]

😊 stay strong on this path sister🇬🇧

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the well wishes💗 Insha’Allah I will be in the UK just before Ramadan!

[@wisaltan5694]

This story is told in a different way, very relaxed and İ think it resonates with a lot of ordinary people. Thanks for uploading.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your very kind comment💗 I’m just an ordinary person too, so that’s probably why.

[@Myra1986]

Welcome back ALie ❤️Msa very inspirational

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for welcoming me back home, it’s so nice to be here again🥰 Alhamdulillah!

[@sagrodasia]

I just found your channel. Since you in Madrid, visit the south, Granada-AlBaicin, Cordoba. Have been almost 20 years i met the brothers there and visited Al-Hambra. YOu can also come with your hubby to Malaysia for the coming Ramadhan. Ahlan

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for inviting my husband and I to Malaysia!! Part 2 of my journey series was filmed in Córdoba & Part 3 was filmed in Granada!! Alhamdulillah💓 Insha’Allah you’ll check out those videos too. Here are the links: Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5TRg4Kqiq93e9Ufeature=shared Part 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpLcnq2ejq-VhpYfeature=shared

[@omanhakimi3321]

Assalamu alaykum sister how are you? hope you are good may Allah bless you amin

[@AlieForza]

Wa ʿalaykumu salam! Alhamdulillah I am good😊 Insha’Allah you are too. Jazakallah khair for the dua. Ameen!

[@religionsach]

❤❤MashaAllah congratulations dear Sister, may Allah guide all mankind

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair & Insha’Allah!

[@loayquota9260]

Proud to have you as part of the Ummah soon inshala Sis. Amazing Video... going to part two... please keep them coming .. Ejoyed listening to your story. May Allah guide you and keep you safe.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your support & your kindness. It really means a lot to me that you are here💓

[@mohammedkotah5598]

Bless you inspiring

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair Mohammed!

[@survivor8575]

Alhamdulillah! Allah guides to the straight path whomever HE wills! Alhamdulillah!

[@AlieForza]

Alhamdulillah! Indeed He does

[@yuh3540]

As a Muslim young lady I feel Islam made life easier for me rather than what the stereotypes are ( oppressing, unfair and difficult ). It has the teachings and the values and everything I need to know about how to live a peaceful life. It’s peaceful because I don’t need to find out what’s right and wrong or the values that I must live with. It’s really life structuring and peaceful. I hope more people learn about Islam to understand this beautiful belief. May Allah make your journey easy and bless your heart. Welcome🤍

[@AlieForza]

You’re absolutely right sister. The Qur’an makes it clear; there is no guessing or having to find out the hard way. Insha’Allah more people find out what Islam really is when they see beautiful sisters like you🌸 Jazak’Allah khair for such a wonderful comment and for your prayers.

[@shahidularafin7411]

My dear sister you are getting the light in your heart towards the true path.Only the blessed can have the guidance.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for y our kind words! Insha’Allah you’ve watched Part 2 & Part 3 of my journey too? Part 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5TRg4Kqiq93e9Ufeature=shared Part 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpLcnq2ejq-VhpYfeature=shared

[@SuadAlF-ur6vg]

May Allah bless you, strengthen your faith, and enlighten you more and more. Happy for you, Sister💚

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your generous prayers Suad💖 I appreciate them very much!

[@TobaMansury-nh3gu]

Such a sweet story. May Allah SWT bless you and keep you steadfast through the trials of this life. ❤️🤲❤️🤲❤️🤲❤️

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your kind words & your duas!! 💓

[@mustdiekat]

Very interesting story. May Allah bless you and make your journey easy Insha Allah.

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for watching & for your duas💗

[@teemwashamsi1704]

May Allah gives double Ajr reward❤

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for the kind dua!

[@user-zt9on5si1n]

Assalam o Allikum Sister , wonderful Story my duas are with you and your husband

[@AlieForza]

Wa ʿalaykumu salam! Jazakallah khair for your kind words, your duas for me & my husband. You’re so thoughtful☺️

[@roy-kn7pi]

Ma Sha Allah welcome to Islam 😊🤍

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair brother☺️

[@samstockholm2586]

Thank God who calmed your heart and brought you out of the darkness to the light، I greet you my dear sister, God willing, Paradises of bliss

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair Sam for the welcome. Insha’Allah!

[@sadiahmadon1869]

Alhamdulillah, may Allah blessed you.Happy with you revert to Islam.May we meet in Jannah.

[@AlieForza]

Jazak’Allah khair for your prayers & kind words Sadiah💓 Insha’Allah & Ameen!

[@Man-lv3py]

When I heard the sound of birds, I remembered this noble verse in the Qur’an, so I wanted to share it with you, brothers and sisters: ﴿تُسَبِّحُ لَهُ السَّماواتُ السَّبعُ وَالأَرضُ وَمَن فيهِنَّ وَإِن مِن شَيءٍ إِلّا يُسَبِّحُ بِحَمدِهِ وَلكِن لا تَفقَهونَ تَسبيحَهُم إِنَّهُ كانَ حَليمًا غَفورًا﴾ [الإسراء: ٤٤] (44) The seven heavens and the earth and whatever is in them exalt Him. And there is not a thing except that it exalts [Allāh] by His praise, but you do not understand their [way of] exalting. Indeed, He is ever Forbearing[748] and Forgiving. [748]- Refer to footnote in 2:225. - English Translation

[@AlieForza]

SubhanAllah!

[@shadowrealmgamer4147]

It's a journey of the soul, and we eventually submit to the creator Well done, and enjoy the journey, sister

[@AlieForza]

Jazakallah khair for your very accurate & thoughtful comment, I appreciate it☺️

[@shadowrealmgamer4147]

@AlieForza Thank you, my sister. Remember me in your prayers 🙏

[@AlieForza]

Insha’Allah I will. Can you please tell me your name?

[@shadowrealmgamer4147]

@@AlieForza My name is Gul