Is it strange to visit a masjid at 3 AM as a new Muslim or revert?

Assalamu alaykum, I stopped by my local mosque hoping to get a free Quran or maybe join Fajr prayer. Both times, they said they don’t have free Qurans. The last time, just now, they told me Fajr was already over, but my salah app showed it wouldn’t start for another 20–30 minutes. I got some odd looks and felt kind of judged, honestly. It might just be the late hour-it’s the middle of the night, after all. The reason I go at night is that I live with my brothers and my father, and they don’t know I’m Muslim. If they found out, they might not accept me.

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brother2h

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Bro, it's not strange at all. Your situation is tough, but your effort is beautiful. Maybe they just weren't prepared for someone at that hour. Keep going, Allah sees your struggle.

brother40m

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Man, that sounds frustrating. Some mosques can be a bit rigid, especially at odd hours. Don't take it personally. Maybe try going during the day or call ahead? May Allah make it easy for your family to accept you.

brother17m

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The odd looks might just be because they're not used to new faces at 3 AM. It's not you, bro. Your iman is strong to even go at that time. Respect.

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