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How to Convert to Islam
From your Islam Guide
If you believe in the teachings of Islam, it is recommended to make a formal declaration of faith. After careful study and prayer, if you find that you want to embrace the faith, here's how.
Difficulty Level:
Average
Time Required:
Variable
Here's How:
- For a Muslim, every action begins with your intention. Quietly, to yourself, make the intention to embrace Islam as your faith.
- Say the following words with clarity of intention, firm faith and belief:
- Say: "Ash-hadu an la ilaha ill Allah." (I bear witness that there is no diety but Allah.)
- Say: "Wa ash-hadu ana Muhammad ar-rasullallah." (And I bear witness that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah.)
- Take a shower, symbolically cleansing yourself of your past life.
- Learn how to pray and practice Islam in your daily life.
- Continue to learn, study, and grow in your new faith.
Tips:
- Before embracing Islam, be sure to spend time studying the faith, reading books, and learning from other Muslims.
- Your conversion should be based on knowledge, certainty, acceptance, submission, truthfulness, and sincerity.
- It is not required to have Muslim witnesses to your conversion, but many prefer to have such support.
- If you wish to go for Hajj (pilgrimage), a "certificate of Islam" may be required. Contact your local Islamic center to obtain one.
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