Before accepting Islam, there was something that always confused me. I would often see Muslim women dressed in long, modest clothing that covered their entire bodies. Every time I saw them, I asked myself:
“How do they manage to wear all that? Don’t they feel hot? Why do they cover themselves like this?”
These questions stayed with me for a long time, and at that time, I had no answers.
As days passed, my curiosity kept growing. I wanted to understand more. I wanted to know why Muslims live the way they do, especially when it comes to modesty and discipline. So I began searching, reading, asking questions, and observing. With every step I took, I discovered something new. I began to realize that what I used to see as strange or difficult actually had deep wisdom behind it.
That curiosity slowly opened my heart toward Islam.
One afternoon, as I was walking along the road with my friends, something happened that changed my life completely. We met a man who was doing dawah in another area. He approached us politely, greeted us, and then asked me a simple but powerful question:
“Would you like to learn about Islam?”
Without hesitation, I said yes. Something inside me wanted to know the truth. He then guided me to an Imam program, where I began learning slowly, step by step. I was introduced to the basics of Islam—its beliefs, its values, its teachings.
After this initial exposure, I joined a 6-month learning program, where I studied consistently and deeply. Those months changed my life. I discovered truths I had never known before. I understood things I had always been confused about. My questions found answers, and my doubts disappeared.
One of the greatest truths I learned was the clear distinction regarding Jesus (Peace be upon him)—
that he is not God, but a messenger of God.
This knowledge touched my heart in a way I cannot fully explain. It brought clarity, certainty, and peace.
Finally, I made the decision to embrace Islam.
When I accepted Islam, the reactions from my family were mixed. Some of my relatives were overjoyed. They supported me and celebrated my choice. Others, however, were not happy at all. They believed Islam had nothing good to offer. They had been misinformed for a long time. But I believe that with time, knowledge, and dawah, their hearts will also open.
And I am committed to being part of that change.
Once I leave this place, I will go back and share the truth with them until, one day, they too embrace Islam.
My message to everyone is simple:
Seek knowledge. Search for the truth. Do not rely on rumors or assumptions. When you learn with an open heart, you will understand the beauty and wisdom of Islam.This program has truly been a blessing for me. Through the Du’aat Program, I have learned so much—knowledge, discipline, confidence, and understanding. And today, I am proud to say that I have been awarded a certificate for completing the program. This is not just a certificate for me; it is a symbol of my journey, my transformation, and my commitment to Islam.
