What does a Muslim believe he has to do to be in the best possible relationship with God?
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"It is not righteousness that you turn your faces Towards east or West; but it is righteousness- to believe in Allah and the Last Day, and the Angels, and the Book, and the Messengers; to spend of your substance, out of love for Him, for your kin, for orphans, for the needy, for the wayfarer, for those who ask, and for the ransom of slaves; to be steadfast in prayer, and practice regular charity; to fulfil the contracts which you have made; and to be firm and patient, in pain (or suffering) and adversity, and throughout all periods of panic. Such are the people of truth, the Allah-fearing. "   Quran 2:177.
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You will know when you know God....When you know God. God is not simply  good idea. He is real and as real as anything else in your life even more so. So continue to seek God in prayer and meditation and in his word and everyday you are working on your relationship with him. No one can know God for you and you can't just accept what people tell you. It is imperative you build your relationship with him. You have God's word that if you seek him you will find him and there will be no doubt in you. God will make himself real to you, May God bless you in your relationship with him.
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Read about the religion first! Convert if you want to. Meaning you agree to everything islam is about. Dont convert if you feel pressured. Do what you feel is right in your heart.
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According to the holy book of muslims - Quran\n\nFor a Muslim, his faith is first demonstrated by the five daily ritual Prayers called Salah. These Prayers are so important that they are the second Pillar of Islam after the Testimony of Faith (“There is no god but God and Muhammad is the Messenger of God”), obligatory for all, and they are the first thing the Muslim will be asked about on Judgment Day.\n\nFive times a day a Muslim is asked to stop whatever he is doing — be it sleep, work, or play — and make a ritual ablution before facing his Lord in Prayer. No matter what his actions, the most important thing to a Muslim is his relationship with Allah. This relationship is demonstrated and put into practice, as well as improved and increased, by the ritual Prayers. Only if the Prayers are sound and proper will the deeds be sound and proper.\n\nIn the Prayer, the Muslim faces towards the Ka‘bah in Makkah, the symbol of the Oneness of Allah and the unity of Muslims. He stands, bows, and prostrates to his Lord while praising Him, reciting some of the words He revealed in the Qur’an, and asking for His forgiveness and mercy. In doing so, the Muslim reminds himself of his position in the universe as a humble servant of Allah and of his total dependence on his Creator, Cherisher and Sustainer.\n\nWhen the Prayer is performed properly — with due humility and remembrance of Allah — it has a lasting effect on the person. It fills his heart with the remembrance of Allah, and with fear of and hope in Him. He will not want to move from that lofty position by disobeying Allah.\n\nThe Prophet compared this experience of making ablution and praying five times a day to having a river running in front of one’s house. If one bathed in that river five times a day, would any filth remain on his body? Likewise, the ablution and Prayer five times a day removes one’s sins and also prevents him from sinning.\n\nPrayers also affect the life of the Muslim by encouraging him to schedule his activities around their fixed times. There is some flexibility, for each time is actually a span of one hour or more. But the Muslim who is conscious of Allah will strive to schedule his life in such a way that he does not miss any of the Prayers — for example, by postponing a shopping trip until after a Prayer, or by taking a break from work, or by sleeping earlier so as to able to rise for the Dawn Prayer.\n\nTherefore, if one really believes in Allah, he will show it by his commitment to the five daily Prayers, and these, in turn, will help him to live righteously.
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Beleieve in ONLY ONE GOD.\n\nPerfect Happiness: Now and Forever \n\n[41:30] Those who proclaim: "Our Lord is GOD," then lead a righteous life, the angels descend upon them: "You shall have no fear, nor shall you grieve. Rejoice in the good news that Paradise has been reserved for you. \n\n[41:31] "We are your allies in this life, and in the Hereafter. You will have in it anything you wish for; you will have anything you want. \n\n[41:32] "(Such is your) ultimate abode, from a Forgiver, Most Merciful." \n\nhttp://www.submission.org/suras/sura41.html
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Hello! As a Muslim Woman, the core of Islam is to believe in One God, and that the Prophet Mohammed is His Messanger. That being said, we also believe in the prophets that came before him (ex: Jesus, Abraham, Moses etc...) There are 5 pillars of Islam, ie, five duties one has to accomplish within our lifetime..\n1. Prayer: it is our duty to pray five times a day, each prayer takes several minutes and it is in this way we thank God for our blessings...\n2. Zakat: this means charity, it is our duty to help the poor\n3. Fasting during the month of Ramadhan: abstaning from food from sunrise to sunset. This increases an understanding towards the poor, as well as develops stamina, willpower, etc..\n4. Hajj: Every Muslim must make a pilgramage to Mecca once in a lifetime\n5. Belief in One God and the Prophet Mohammed as His last Messanger...\nHaving said that, Islam also strongly advocates modesty. It is for this reason that many interpret women covering their hair as an example of this. It is believed that if we move away from focus on external looks (which you must admit, take up alot of time!) then we are better prepared to focus on worship etc.. Also, sex before marriage is considered a sin (as it is in Christianity), and it is believed that covering up helps to avoid it. Men are also required to dress modestly.\nI would like to add that only the head should be covered.. This business of covering up the entire face (if you have seen what was shown in Afghanistan) is not required in Islam! there is a confusion between SOCIAL and RELIGIOUS requirements. Additionally, I must add that I myself dont wear a headscarf because I believe that I can be modest in other ways, i dont see it as the most important thing in my religion. Completing the five pillars is the most important, the rest is just an aid to accomplish it. Hope this helps to clear it up.. :)
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Peace Be Upon You\n\nFret not young soul. By the will of allah, HE has called you to embrace HIM. It is written that once you embrace islam, all previous sins have been erased and you start a new set of deeds. This can also be anulled many times with pilgramage to mecca. Though one should abstain from transgression inshallah. Allah will always be the most kind, the most courteous. The accepter of repentance and oft forgiving. Otherwise, HE would not be GOD, now would HE? Just! Take care on your path and GOD bless. Salaam!
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I would ask God, How do u want me to be?
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To become Muslim you have to believe in 5 essential things:\nBelieve in God “Allah” and that he’s the only God and that Mohamed is his prophet.\nTo pray to God\nTo give a specific amount of your money yearly to the poor people.\nTo fast in Ramadan. And fasting means to stop drinking, eating bad doing anything bad from sunrise to sunset.\nAnd to go to Mecca for Hajj at least once in your life if you had the money and the good health to do so.\nIf you did these five things then you’re Muslim. And then, after you become one, you shouldn’t drink alcohol, eat pork, gamble and lots more… so if some Muslim ate pork on purpose I wouldn’t say that he’s not Muslim, I would say that he’s not good Muslim. But if he doesn’t believe in God or that Mohamed is his prophet I would say that he’s not Muslim.\nIf course, saying that Mohamed the prophet of God doesn’t mean that he’s his only prophet. Muslims believe that Muses, Abraham, Jesus and lots of others are all the prophets of God.\n\nI hope that this answers your question
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what do you mean? allah is god
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Here, we see a truthful person of Islam. No pretensions, undoubtly real and is a true human being. \n\nMy friend there is nothing wrong with you. You know what makes you suffer is the f***ing tradition and a derailed belief. We cannot solve the problem for you but we do understand you. If you understand what spirituality can do, why not explore on this aspect since it is a solid factor in terms of controlling such human weakness but if it is really difficult for you then follow your heart just as long as you don't go beyong the line. You know what I mean?
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Islam ...it means a way of life...when you read and understand the Quran and the Hadith (the Prophet's teachings) you will come to realize that whatever was taught in Islam was preceeded by an event that needed resolving and Allah sent the message to the people through Prophet Muhammad so that they may lead a better life.  Islamic teachings go way beyond just prayers to Allah but also to his angels, messengers, and mankind.  He also taught us to deal with things in regular life such as finances, and will writing.  It teaches you to be kind to your friends, neighbours, and family, and give charity regularly.  There are so many aspects of the religion that just make sense at least to me and some others in the world.  If you really want a true feel for the religion, I suggest you read up on it yourself and if you have any questions than ask them so you can understand it better.  That goes with any religion.    Take care
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If he is really in love with her.  It doesn't matter what is his religion. If he wants to marry her, he must first convert to Islam, or he can NOT marry her.  It is as simple as that.\n\nAll it takes to become a Muslim is to profess the belief in Allah and his prophet is Muhammad.\n\nMuslims believe in God, and they call him Allah, that is what they believe is his name.  They believe Allah has 99 names.
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God, if one is in right standing with Him, provides for us in the best way for us.  He answers prayers, but He does not do so necessarily the way we would like Him to.\n\nAs far as our wants, God knows our needs and that sometimes our wants interfere with our needs.  \n\nThe key is to get in right standing with God and then trust Him to know and provide what is necessary for you to prosper spiritually in your life.
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ONENESS OF GOD\n\n\nMuslims believe in one God, Allah. None has the right to be worshiped but Allah; there is no partner unto Him. He has power over everything. Islam is based on this concept which Allah has expressed in The Qur'an:\n\nHe is Allah, besides whom there is no other God, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. Allah is the Most Benficent, the Most Merciful. He is Allah, the King, the Holy, the One, Free from all defects, the Giver of security, the Guardian, the All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Exalted be Allah from all that they associate as partner with Him. He is Allah, the Creator, the Originator of all things, the Bestower of forms. His are the most Gracious Names. All that is in the heavens and the earth glorify Him. And He is the All-Mighty and the Wise One. [The Holy Qur'an, Surah 59:22-24]\n\n\n\nBlessed be He in Whose hand is the sovereignty, and He has power over all things. Who has created life and death, that He may test you which of you is best in conduct; and He is the All-Mighty, the Oft-Forgiving. [Chapter 67:1-2]\n\n\nThere is no god but He. It is He Who gives life and causes death, your Lord and the Lord of your forefathers. No, but they (unbelievers) divert themselves with doubts. [Chapter 44:8-9]\n\n\nAllah; there is no god but Allah, the Ever Living, the Eternal One. Neither slumber nor sleep overtakes Him. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. He is the Most Exalted, the Most Great. [The Holy Qur'an, Surah 2:255]\n\n\nTo Him belongs all what is in the heavens and the earth. And those (angels) who are near Him do not disdain to worship Him, nor they ever weary of His service. They glorify Him night and day, tirelessly never intermit. Have they (people) chosen earthly gods who (they think) can restore the dead (to life)? If there had been either in the heavens or the earth other gods than Allah, both (heaven and earth) would have been ruined. So glorified be Allah, the Lord of the Throne, far above what they attribute to Him. He cannot be questioned as to what He does, but they shall be questioned. \n\nHave they chosen other gods besides Him? Say: “Bring forth your proof. This is the Message (the Quran) of those with me, and the Message (the previous Scriptures) of those before me.” But, most of them do not know the truth, and so they turn away. And We did not send any Messenger before you without inspiration to him: “There is no god but I; so worship Me (alone).” And yet they say, “The Compassionate God has begotten offspring.” Exalted is He! No, those (whom they so designate) are only His honoured servants. They do not speak before He speaks, and they only perform His commands. He knows what is before them and what is behind them, and they cannot intercede for none, except for those whom He approves, and they tremble in awe of Him. And if any of them declares: “I am a god beside Him,” We shall requite such a one with Hell. Thus do We requite the wrongdoers. [The Holy Qur'an, Surah 21:19-29]\n \n \n \n\n     They ask you - WHO IS ALLAH?\n\n\n\nSay: He is Allah, He is One; The Self-Sufficient,\nThe Eternal God; He begets not,\nnor was He begotten;\nThere is none equal to Him.\n\n[The Holy Qur'an, Surah 112:1-4] \n\n\n\n\nALLAH is an Arabic word. It is name of the same One and Only, Supreme Being who is\ncalled God in English. He is the same God the Jews and Christians worship.\nGod says in the Holy Quran: “Whatever name you call Him by,\nall His names are beautiful.” [Surah 17:110] \n\n\n\n\n\nhttp://www.convertingtoislam.com/one.html
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First of all you have to love each other...Honesty should be there..  VEry important is open communication, . Trust and respect one another.Accept him as what he is and vice versa, yet if there is something to be changed for the good of relationship is very willing to do it. Put God between you or making the Creator the center of relationship. There are lot os important things to do but so far thats the most.
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Studay all religions. All of them. Then you can see what man has written about God, and you can see where things overlap and don't overlap, commonalities and anomalies.\n\nTake what you have learned there and compare it to your own experience. Again, look for common points. See what holds true and what doesn't hold true. Test all of it.\n\nAfter that, you're probably headed in the right direction, though certainly no guarantees on being at your goal.