Converts to Islam

Support and information for new Muslims

Embracing Islam as your religious faith and way of life is one of the biggest decisions you can make. The information here may be of help if you are interested in becoming a Muslim, or seek support in the process.

Converting to Islam:

• The Simple Conversion Process

Finding a Community:

• Locate a Mosque

Basics of Islam:

• Introduction to Islam
• Introductory Books About Islam
• God in Islam

Islamic Practices:

• The Five Pillars of Islam
• Islamic Dietary Law
• Islamic Holidays
• Marriage/Family
• Names: Do you need to change yours?

Arabic Language:

• Importance of the Arabic Language
• Islamic Phrases in Arabic

Qur'an Translation:

• Difficulties of Qur'an Translation
• English Translations of the Qur'an
• Translations in Other Languages

Other Books for New Converts:

• Books About Converts to Islam
• Islamic Magazines

Other Support Websites:

• New Muslims Guide to Islam
• Converts to Islam
• Frustrations of a Muslim Convert