Iman
I have a collegue cum friend who recently embraced Islam. I must say, initially I am guilty of having the standard preconceived thoughts and was slightly prejudiced. I assumed she embraced Islam for the standard reasons as the majority in my company.
After speaking to her did I realize my transgression and folly. I am ashamed. Quickly I felt remorse, alhamdulillah Allah gives me the ability to repent and correct my ways.
It was then that I felt called to start learning more on the plight of my new sister. She told me she does not have a problem leaving the drink and even consuming pork. She tried fasting. Naturally it was a struggle. I think after her first month she’s getting the hang of it.
She told me she may have difficulty with prayer; having to recite in Arabic. She wants to learn. I began Googling ”How to perform salat” and looked for pictures and transliteration so she can read the surahs and dua (supplication) using roman letters instead of arabic (transliteration). I found a great link:
http://muslim-canada.org/salaat.html
Will look for more on this. I realize I can gain more knowledge on Islam, even minor details when I am helping others.
May Allah accept our deeds.
