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The benefits of converting to Islam are too numerous to count, however we have chosen just a few that stand out above the rest.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n One of the major benefits of converting to Islam is that it lifts the fog.\u00a0 Suddenly life, and all its ups and downs becomes clearer, it all makes more sense.\u00a0 The answers to the big questions that have been plaguing humankind for millennia are all laid bare.\u00a0 At any time during our lives, when we stand on the precipice, or at the fork in the road we ask ourselves \u2013 \u201cIs this it, is this really all there is?\u201d \u00a0Well no, this is not all there is.\u00a0 \u00a0Islam answers the questions and asks us to look beyond materialism and see that this life is little more than a transient stop on the way to life everlasting.\u00a0 Islam gives a clear aim and purpose to life. \u00a0As a Muslim we are able to find answers in the words of God, the Quran, and in the example of His final messenger Prophet Muhammad, may God praise him. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Being Muslim indicates complete submission to the Creator and the fact that we were only created to worship God Alone.\u00a0 That is the reason we are here, on this spinning planet in the seemingly infinite universe; to worship God and God Alone.\u00a0 \u00a0Converting to Islam frees us from the only potentially unforgiveable sin, which is to associate partners with God.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cAnd I (God) created not the jinn and humankind, except to worship Me (Alone).\u201d<\/span><\/strong> (Quran 51:56)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cOh humankind, worship God, you have no other god but Him.\u201d<\/span><\/strong> (Quran 7:59)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It must be said however, that God is not in need of human worship.\u00a0 \u00a0If not a single human worshipped God, it would not diminish His glory in any way, and if all of humankind worshipped Him, it would not increase His glory in any way.[1]<\/span> We, humankind, need the comfort and security of worshipping God.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The religion of Islam was revealed for the benefit of all humankind who will exist until the Day of Judgement.\u00a0 It is a complete way of life, not something only practiced on the weekend or at annual festivals.\u00a0 A believer\u2019s relationship with God is twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.\u00a0 It does not stop and start.\u00a0 Through His infinite mercy, God has provided us with a holistic approach to life, one that covers all aspects, spiritual, emotional and physical.\u00a0 He has not left us alone to stumble in the darkness rather God has given us the Quran, a book of guidance.\u00a0 He has also given us the authentic traditions of Prophet Muhammad that explain and expand on the guidance of the Quran.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Islam fulfils and balances our physical and spiritual needs.\u00a0 This system, designed by the Creator for his creation, not only expects a high standard of behaviour, morality and ethics but it also allows each and every human act to be transformed into worship.\u00a0 In fact, God commands the believers to dedicate their lives to Him.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u201cSay: \u2018Surely my prayer, my sacrifice, my living and my dying are for God, the Lord of all the worlds.\u2019\u201d<\/span><\/strong> (Quran 6:162)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n God knows what is best for His creation.\u00a0 \u00a0He has complete knowledge of the human psyche.\u00a0 Consequently Islam clearly defines the rights and responsibilities we have towards God, our parents, spouses, children, relatives, neighbours, etc.\u00a0 This brings order out of chaos, harmony out of confusion and replaces friction and conflict with peace.\u00a0 Converting to Islam allows one to face any and all situations with confidence.<\/span><\/strong> Islam is able to guide us through all aspects of life, spiritual, political, familial, societal and corporate.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n When we fulfil our obligation to honour and obey God we automatically acquire all the manners and high standards of morality that Islam demands.\u00a0 Converting to Islam means submitting to the will of God and this entails honouring and respecting the rights of humankind, all living creatures and even the environment.\u00a0 We must know God and submit to Him in order to make decisions that will earn His pleasure.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n In conclusion, there is one benefit of converting to Islam that makes every day a delight.<\/span><\/strong> No matter what circumstances a Muslim finds him or herself in, they are secure in the knowledge that nothing in this universe happens without the permission of God.\u00a0 The tests, trials and triumphs are all good and if faced with complete trust in God, they will lead to a happy conclusion and real contentment.\u00a0 Prophet Muhammad said, \u201cIndeed amazing are the affairs of a believer!\u00a0 They are all for his benefit.\u00a0 \u00a0If he is granted ease then he is thankful, and this is good for him.\u00a0 \u00a0And if he is afflicted with a hardship, he perseveres, and this is good for him\u201d<\/span><\/strong>.[2]<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Footnotes:<\/span><\/span> <\/p>\n [1]<\/span> The Purpose of Creation by Dr Abu Ameena Bilal Phillips.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n [2]<\/span> Saheeh Muslim<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Ref: www.isalmreligion.com<\/strong> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 The benefits of converting to Islam are too numerous to count, however we have chosen just a few that stand out above the rest. 8.\u00a0 Converting… 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9.\u00a0 Converting to Islam allows every aspect of life to be an act of worship.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
10.\u00a0 Converting to Islam makes all relationships harmonious.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n
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