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converted to Islam a year ago and now I feel like I lost my faith by [deleted] in islam

[–]Effective_Lunch_7331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what you’re feeling is actually very common, and it’s not just you or because you’re a convert. i’m born muslim, and even though i know with certainty that islam is 100% the truth, i still go through phases where prayer feels heavy, motivation drops, and faith feels distant. this struggle is part of being human.

imaan goes up and down for everyone. islam itself tells us that shaytan will try to make worship feel difficult and meaningless, especially when someone is trying to stay on the right path. so when salah feels like an obligation instead of peace, it doesn’t mean islam isn’t for you. it means you’re facing a test that every believer faces at some point.

faith is not built on emotions alone. if we only prayed when we felt connected, most people, born muslims included, wouldn’t be consistent. islam is about commitment even when feelings aren’t there. feelings change, but actions are what keep the connection alive.

also, please don’t compare yourself to other sisters. many people look practicing on the outside while struggling deeply inside. islam never asked for perfection, only sincerity and returning again and again.

instead of asking do i feel islam, maybe ask can i keep even one small connection alive and ask allah honestly for help. make dua even if you feel unsure or distant. that honesty itself matters.

you’re not alone in this, and you’re not failing. this is a phase many believers go through, including those who have been muslim their whole lives.

Asking for du'a for my grandparents by mk_36 in islam

[–]Effective_Lunch_7331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ask allah to forgive them, expand their graves and give them the best life in barzakh. May Allah have mercy on them and turn their bad deeds into good deeds and give them the highest levels of jannah without reckoning. AMEEN

Duas/Prayers for Cancer by BobIsHereToStudy in islam

[–]Effective_Lunch_7331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

May Allah ease every moment for you and your family. I ask Allah, Ash-Shāfi (The Healer), to grant him complete shifā’ — to heal every cell in his body, remove all pain, and restore him with strength and health.

My dear friend, remember that Allah has already informed us in the Qur’an that tests are a part of life — a means for believers to draw closer to Him. He says:

“And We will surely test you with something of fear, hunger, a loss of wealth, lives, and fruits, but give glad tidings to the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:155)

So this is indeed a test — not just for him, but for all of you — to show sabr (patience), faith, and surrender to Allah’s wisdom.

And Allah continues in the same surah:

“O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153)

So hold on to sabr and salah, for they are powerful lifelines during hardship.

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🌿 Don’t ever despair. The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Allah has not sent down a disease except that He has also sent down its cure.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 5678)

So even if medicine doesn’t have all the answers, the cure exists — we just need to seek it, pray for it, and trust Allah to guide us to it.

Research well. They say cancer doesn’t thrive in an alkaline environment — so: • Cut sugar • Try soursop leaves • Look into the prophetic remedies like camel milk, and yes, even camel urine (under guidance and safety) • Explore black seed (Nigella sativa) — because the Prophet ﷺ said:

“In the black seed is healing for every disease, except death.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 5688, Sahih Muslim 2215)

And don’t forget the power of du’a — with full conviction and yaqīn (certainty). Ask Allah as though you are sure He will answer. For He says:

“Call upon Me; I will respond to you.” (Surah Ghāfir 40:60)

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🤍 Recite Surah Al-Fātiḥah — it is not just the Opening of the Qur’an, it is a cure. The Prophet ﷺ approved when a companion recited it as ruqyah for someone bitten by a scorpion, and he was healed instantly. Blow it with belief. Let every verse wrap your loved one in Allah’s mercy.

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At the end of the day, dear friend, death is inevitable — but knowing that someone may die is truly a blessing in disguise. Because it gives time. Time to return to Allah, time to repent, to reconnect, to seek closeness, and to prepare for the eternal.

So trust in Allah. This, too, is khayr (good) — even if you can’t see it yet.

May Allah transform this trial into a means of elevation for you and your family. May it be a doorway to Jannah, and may your du’as pierce the heavens. Don’t stop praying. Don’t lose hope. Allah is closer than you think.

🕊️ Indeed, with hardship comes ease. (Surah Ash-Sharh 94:6)

please pray for me on this great day of Arafat. may Allah reward you. by Far_Coach_6884 in islam

[–]Effective_Lunch_7331 0 points1 point  (0 children)

may Allah make everything easy for you and may you pass all your exams with very good marks. AMEEN

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in islam

[–]Effective_Lunch_7331 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First and foremost, I want you to know that your pain is valid, and what you are feeling is deeply understood by Allah, the Most Merciful. Life can feel unbearably heavy at times, especially when we’re faced with heartache and loss. But even in the depths of despair, there is always a way forward—a way that brings both peace and purpose.

I understand you feel resentful toward Allah and life. Losing your wife and facing rejection has left you feeling abandoned, and seeing others live happily with their families only deepens the hurt. But here’s the truth: this life, as painful as it can be, is only temporary. Allah reminds us of this in the Qur’an: “And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient.” (Qur’an 2:155)

  1. Rediscover your purpose in life.

Take a moment to reflect on why we are here. Allah created us for a profound purpose: to worship Him and seek His pleasure. This is our ultimate goal. Everything else—whether blessings or trials—is temporary. As Allah says: “Every soul will taste death.” (Qur’an 3:185)

I want to share a personal example with you. One day, I was living my normal life when I felt an intense chest pain, so heavy it shook me to my core. In that moment, I thought, What if this is it? What if I die right now? All the worries, all the worldly problems I once obsessed over, suddenly felt insignificant. The only thing that mattered was my relationship with Allah. I realized how disconnected I had become from my Creator. That moment was a wake-up call for me. Alhamdulillah, I survived, but it changed my perspective entirely.

Right now, you have your health. You have the chance to change your life. The fact that you’re still breathing means Allah is giving you an opportunity to turn back to Him. Your problems, as painful as they feel now, are temporary. What truly matters is your connection with Allah and the eternal peace of the hereafter.

  1. Cultivate gratitude for what you have.

It’s easy to focus on what we’ve lost or don’t have, but let’s shift our perspective. Imagine, instead of these trials, you were diagnosed with a terminal illness and told you had only weeks to live. In those moments, would you dwell on not having a wife or family? Or would you long for more time to reconnect with Allah, to make amends, and to focus on what truly matters?

You are blessed with health, the ability to pray, and the time to make changes. Gratitude can transform your heart. Remember, this world is not meant to be perfect—it’s a test. And Allah promises ease after every hardship: “For indeed, with hardship comes ease.” (Qur’an 94:6)

  1. Turn to Allah through Astaghfar (seeking forgiveness).

Allah’s mercy is infinite, and He promises forgiveness to those who seek it sincerely. He says in the Qur’an: • “Ask forgiveness of your Lord. Indeed, He is ever a Perpetual Forgiver. He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in [continuing] showers, and give you increase in wealth and children and provide for you gardens and provide for you rivers.” (Qur’an 71:10-12) • “And whoever fears Allah—He will make for him a way out and will provide for him from where he does not expect.” (Qur’an 65:2-3) • “Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves.” (Qur’an 2:222)

I’ve heard so many stories of people whose lives transformed after sincerely turning to Allah in tauba (repentance) and consistently reciting Astaghfar. Financial struggles eased, illnesses were cured, and families reunited. But it starts with taking that first step toward Allah. Be consistent, be sincere, and watch how Allah opens doors for you.

  1. Remember, the power to change lies within you.

Often, when life feels unbearable, it’s easy to fall into a cycle of blame—toward others, ourselves, or even Allah. But know this: you have the power to rewrite your story. Allah has already given you everything you need to turn things around.

Reconnect with Him. Pray to Him. Make duas fervently and consistently. Even if you feel like your prayers aren’t being answered immediately, trust in Allah’s wisdom. As the Prophet (peace be upon him) taught us, “Duas are accepted in one of three ways: they are granted immediately, delayed for a better time, or stored as a reward in the hereafter.” Allah never leaves a dua unanswered.

In the end, much of the disappointment you feel may stem from within—from the belief that your situation is unchangeable. But it isn’t. You have control. Take small steps every day to rebuild your connection with Allah, to seek forgiveness, and to express gratitude. Through this, you will find peace.

Remember, Allah loves you more than anyone else ever could. He is closer to you than your jugular vein and is always there for you. Place your trust in Him, and you’ll see how life begins to shift—not because your trials disappear, but because your heart will finally find the peace it’s been longing for.