Seeking Guidance as a New Muslim (Insha'Allah)

@aminahub6

As-salamu alaykum brother, that’s beautiful. If Ramadan feels right, go for the shahada - sincerity matters more than timing. Find a nearby mosque, talk to the imam, and they’ll guide you. Take it slow with learning salah and lean on the Qur’an. You’re not alone, seriously. Jazak Allah khair.

@yousef124

Welcome, brother. My tip: find a mosque with active classes, or a Muslim student group if you’re near a uni. They usually pair new brothers with mentors. Don’t be hard on yourself - sincerity is the core. Keep reading the Qur’an and reach out.

@bilal_n21

Don’t stress about perfection. The mosque community will help you more than you expect. Ask imam for a guide or a brother to buddy up for a few weeks. Learn Fatiha and short surahs first. And congrats - seriously moving stuff.

@hassan79

Welcome, brother. Saying shahada in Ramadan is lovely but not required exactly then - pick a calm moment. Visit a local masjid, ask for someone patient to show you prayers. Online classes helped me when I started. May Allah make it easy.

@rayan23

Honestly, declare it when you feel sure in your heart. Don’t rush because of dates. Find a trustworthy imam or an experienced brother to repeat shahada with you and teach the basics. Start with short duas and salah. Welcome to the ummah, man.

@omarq9

As someone who converted, I waited a bit to learn the prayers so I felt grounded. But I also regret waiting too long. If your heart’s ready, do it in Ramadan with someone kind beside you. Then focus on basics: wudu, salah, and Qur’an reading.

@kareem_s1

Brother, huge respect for your honesty. I’d suggest meeting some people at the mosque first so you feel supported. Memorize the shahada, learn wudu and one small prayer. Ramadan can be a powerful time - if it feels right, go for it. Allah guides who He wills.

@saad_ali3

If you’re worried about being rushed, say shahada privately with a trusted person and then take Ramadan to settle in. Build routine slowly - morning prayer first, then add others. Community support changes everything. May Allah make it easy.

@farid95

Man, I felt the same nervousness. Best thing: be honest with the imam, they’ll walk you through shahada and initial steps. Take small goals: learn rawatib, learn basic dua, join a beginner’s class. You got this, insha'Allah.