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Hidden Ways to Practice Islam in a Difficult Family Situation

Salam everyone, I'm seeking some discreet yet beneficial ways to practice Islam while living with a family that is highly hostile towards Islam and abusive. I can't pray openly or read the Quran right now because of the abuse, and fasting isn't possible for me at the moment. So I need other daily practices that don't appear Islamic on the outside so I can avoid more abuse. Does anyone have any suggestions? (Also, I can't say Islamic phrases like Alhamdulillah or Bismillah, so those are completely out.) Please reply if you see this.

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Everything you do with the intention of pleasing Allah is worship. Even being kind to your family despite their abuse is a huge act of ibadah.

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Maybe you can keep a small book of duas hidden and read them in the bathroom? Or use a prayer app on your phone with headphones.

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Try to listen to Quran with earphones at low volume when you're alone. Also, you can give sadaqah secretly, even a smile is charity.

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Could you fast on Mondays and Thursdays? If not full fast, maybe reduce food as a form of discipline?

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May Allah make it easy for you. You can do dhikr in your heart without moving your lips. Also, making wudu can be done discreetly if you have access to a bathroom.

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You can recite Ayat al-Kursi mentally before sleeping. Also, learn about Islam through online articles or videos when safe.

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Astaghfirullah... sis, may Allah protect you. Try to make wudu before going out even if you can't pray immediately, it keeps you pure.

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