does anyone know how many convert to Islam daily?
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Most of the data for Islam are based on the higher than average birth rates and consequent population growth of Muslim countries and communities, along with the effects of immigration.\n\n* The World Almanac Book of Facts: 1935 estimated 209,020,000 Muslims in the World.\nThe Readers Digest Almanac: 1983, estimated 700,000,000, Comparing these two estimates gives an average annual growth of 5% or 10,228,750 for Islam over these 48 years,But note that this value is unreliable as these rates are calculated from two separate sources, which may have used different counting rules.\n\n* A United Nations' survey showed that between 1989 and 1998, Europe's Muslim population grew by more than 100 percent. Today, about 13 million Muslims live in Western Europe: 3.9 million in Germany, 3.3 million in Britain, 7.5 million in France, and the rest in other countries.  \nGlobal warming may accelerate Muslim migration to Europe. \n\n* Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance have an unsourced claim of 2.9% per year\n\n* The World Christian Encyclopaedia estimates that Islam receives 865,000 converts a year.\n\n* In 2006 countries with a Muslim majority have an average population growth rate of 1.8% per year (when weighted by percentage Muslim and population size).\nThis compares with a world population growth rate of 1.12% per year.
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growing from a child to a man? He is full of it. \n\nmuslims pray five times a day. morning, noon, afternoon, evening, and at night.\n\n- for each prayer they start with the opening book as you mentioned. then they pick any verses in the Quran and reading it as well. \n\n-when they bend they say three times "subhana rabeya al-azem". the highness of my God the great\n\n-when they bown down they say three times "subhana rabeya al-ala". the highness of my God the above everything. \n\n-they end the prayers\n\n-then they repeat the same process again.
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Unprecedented numbers of British people, nearly all of them women, are converting to Islam at a time of deep divisions within the Anglican and Catholic churches. \nThe rate of conversions has prompted predictions that Islam will rapidly become an important religious force in this country. "Within the next 20 years the number of British converts will equal or overtake the immigrant Muslim community that brought the faith here", says Rose Kendrick, a religious education teacher at a Hull comprehensive and the author of a textbook guide to the Koran. She says: "Islam is as much a world faith as is Roman Catholicism. No one nationality claims it as its own". Islam is also spreading fast on the continent and in America. \n\nThe surge in conversions to Islam has taken place despite the negative image of the faith in the Western press. Indeed, the pace of conversions has accelerated since publicity over the Salman Rushdie affair, the Gulf War[1] and the plight of the Muslims in Bosnia. It is even more ironic that most British converts should be women, given the widespread view in the west that Islam treats women poorly. In the United States, women converts outnumber men by four to one, and in Britain make up the bulk of the estimated 10, 000 to 20, 000 converts, forming part of a Muslim community of 1 to 1.5 million. Many of Britains "New Muslims" are from middle-class backgrounds. They include Matthew Wilkinson, a former head boy of Eton who went on to Cambridge, and a son and daughter of Lord Justice Scott, the judge heading the arms-to-Iraq enquiry. \n\nA small scale survey by the Islamic Foundation in Leicester suggests that most converts are aged 30 to 50. Younger muslims point to many conversions among students and highlight the intellectual thrust of Islam. "Muhammad" said, "The light of Islam will rise in the West" and I think that is what is happening in our day" says Aliya Haeri, an American-born psychologist who converted 15 years ago. She is a consultant to the Zahra Trust, a charity publishing spiritual literature and is one of Britain's prominent Islamic speakers. She adds: "Western converts are coming to Islam with fresh eyes, without all the habits of the East, avoiding much of what is culturally wrong. The purest tradition is finding itself strongest in the West."[2] \n\nSome say the conversions are prompted by the rise of comparative religious education. The British media, offering what Muslims describe as a relentless bad press on all things Islamic, is also said to have helped. Westerners despairing of their own society - rising in crime, family breakdown, drugs and alcoholism[3] - have come to admire the discipline and security of Islam. Many converts are former Christians disillusioned by the uncertainty of the church and unhappy with the concept of the Trinity and deification of Jesus. \n\n\nQuest of the Convert - Why Change? \nOther converts describe a search for a religious identity. Many had previously been practising Christians but found intellectual satisfaction in Islam. "I was a theology student and it was the academic argument that led to my conversion." Rose Kendrick, a religious education teacher and author, said she objected to the concept of the original sin: "Under Islam, the sins of the fathers aren't visited on the sons. The idea that God is not always forgiving is blasphemous to Muslims. \n\nMaimuna, 39, was raised as a High Anglican and confirmed at 15 at the peak of her religious devotion. "I was entranced by the ritual of the High Church and thought about taking the veil." Her crisis came when a prayer was not answered. She slammed the door on visiting vicars but travelled to convents for discussions with nuns. "My belief came back stronger, but not for the Church, the institution or the dogma." She researched every Christian denomination, plus Judaism, Buddhism and Krishna Consciousnes
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Not interested.\n\nHindus keep on converting all the time. For various reasons. A large number converted to other religions in liue of money , power or to stay alive that is on the point of a sword or gun.\n\nYet again Hinduism gives too much freedom and not many people even read there scriptures or books. They have little or superfecial knowledge about there own philosophies. Many know only what they read in popular media , which in turn is often propogated by non Hindu Proselytisers.In India the History we read today was written by British(evangelicals) and then communists. Both have their own ideological mission and work with an intent to advanmce there own beliefs.  So they overemphasise negatives and conviniently ignore counter arguments.  Hindus get education in these very schools. So they are taught these tghings only. Few people study on their own and analyse and see the other side of story.\n\nSuch people are unable to to answer questions put by missineries of non Hindu religion as the proselytisers have done there home work already. Something which never occured to Hindu. So they convert out of proper education and knowledge of Hinduism.\n\nYet again some Hindus convert to christianity as a "fashion ". After all it is the religion of a successfull community today. They think they are identifing themselves with winners. \n\nConversion to Islam is mostly for purpose of Marriage. Islam allows 4 marriages and divorce easy for men. Secondly Muslims have a tendency to get Hindu GF. And  if not before after marriage, they have to convert sooner or later.\n\nAnd Off course nobody is given death punishment for converting out of Hinduism.
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in Islam, never.\n\ndo a search on the word 'think' in the Qur'an and see how many hundred instances you end up.\n\nIslam is the thinking man's religion, the only religion that ask you to ask questions.\n\nI did.  And I'm glad you did too Alhamdulillah.  see where it got you today! ;)
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Islam has yet to reach its peak. It came into existence roughly 400 years after Christianity and is making steady progress. By the time it is matured it will probably be the dominant religion (and a new one will be in its infancy)
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This is wonderful to hear!! Convert to Islam!  Welcome Brother to Islam! Assalam Alaikum.  May your endeavours in Islam bring you peace and happiness in your life:)\n\nKeep reading the Quran!  It will guide you to the straight path!
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I've seen this kind of article, and I have not seen any good use or good benefit from it. I do not believe christian will convert to islam only by reading such article.\n\nI think a person should choose what he/she believes, be a good person, do not hurt others, do good things. respect other religions and other people. do what you have to do, to achieve what you want to achieve. respect other if you want to be respected -simple principle
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Steps \nFirst of all rest assured that the path to Islam is very, very simple. \nUnderstand that in Islam one doesn't convert, one reverts. In Islam every child is born innocent and stays so until puberty, thus all children that die young are taken directly to heaven. So when one 'converts', so to speak, to Islam she/he is actually reverting to their original nature. \nUnderstand as well that in Islam no living being can dictate your salvation, it's a matter soley attributed to God. \nCarefully consider whether, in your heart, you are willing to commit yourself to this religion (Islam). \nNow comes the essential part of reversion. Say as best as you can "Ash-hadu ana la elaha illah-Allah wa ash-hadu anna Muhammadan rasul-Allah". The English translation bieng: "I bear witness that there is no deity (none truly to be worshipped) but God, and I bear witness that Muhammad is the messenger of God". And you don't even need witnesses, God is you witness. \nImmediately upon becoming a muslim, you should take a bath or shower, to purify yourself. In Islam, hygiene is essential. \nYou should now offer your first prayer to God. If you're not sure how exactly the prayer goes just do your best, in Islam the road to heaven is paved with good intentions. \nNow you should study and act upon the five pillars of Islam: Testimony of Faith (mentioned in number 5), the five Prayers, Fasting (in the month of Ramadan), Charity, and Pilgrimage (once in your lifetime for those who have the means). \nYou should also study and believe in the Six Articles of Faith: Belief in God, his angels, his messengers (from Abraham to Mohammed), his revealed books, the hereafter, and fate. \nCongratulations! You made it! You have now become a Muslim. \n\n\n\nTips \nTry to associate only with a moderate knowlegeable Muslim in order to learn more about your newly acquired faith. \nListen to the Quran recitation in Arabic while reading the English translation. \nRead the book, The Forty Hadiths, to sample a few of the prophetic sayings. \nVisit the websites of reverts to Islam, Muslim singers, writers, etc... to get a feel of this huge community of 1.5 billion people.
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Islam. and its growing mostly in Europa and America.
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about 1,300 to 1,500 billion muslims \n\nfor the christians i dont know but i know they are more muslims ...\n\nbut what ever whom were more ..its good most have so respect for each religion :)\n\nGod/ Allah bless you
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For the whole world to convert to Islam means that all truth has left the world. God, Jesus, and the Holy Ghost are real- Mohammad was a guy who talked, wrote a book, and died. To think that the whole world would just forget truth altogether-don't think that can ever happen. Thank God.
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I will list the major effects of Islam on a Muslim's daily life.\n\nIslam requires Muslims to pray 5 times a day. Each prayer normally will take less than 10 minutes. Washing of face, both hands and legs are to be done before prayer. The prayer times are early morning, noon, evening, after sunset and night. \n\nAnother important thing is fast during ramzan month. Eating, drinking and sex is to be avoided from dawn to dusk during this month.\n\nA fixed portion of his/her wealth has to be given to charity each year.\n\nApart from these there are other moral and duties that a muslim has to observe, some are very general like enjoining kindness to youngers and respect for elders, dealing with justice even if it is against you or your group etc. Anything done as a service to others is seen as a good deed. Even removing obstacle from the road, smiling when you see others are all considered good deeds. \n\nI think this space is too small to enumerate all the aspects in detail. I have given only a brief idea.
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Ask Omer Ahmed  , why asking us???this is  his personal comments But i didn't like these comments ,doen't suite a muslim to talk  like that\n\n Btw 20,000 americans are converting to islam per year !!! thats something i know !!! and why?? thats a question  !!!but ofcourse not by force .
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam_by_country
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I a Muslim \nGot to this website and you will know.\nwww.islam-guide.com
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Why are so many Women converting to Islam?\nAccording to "The Plain Truth", February 1984, in its 50 Year Anniversary Issue, quoting from the "World Almanac and Book of Facts 1935" and "Reader's Digest Almanac and Yearbook 1983", between 1934 and 1984.\n\nChristianity increased 47% \nWorld Population increased 136%\nIslam increased 235%\n\n  \n\n100,000 people per year in America alone, are converting to Islam. For every 1 male convert to Islam, 4 females convert to Islam.\nThey're discovering the FACTS and not basing their decisions on biased media. They realise they deserve to know the complete unadulterated truth. \n  \n1. The Bible Convicts Women as the original Sinners (ie. Eve picking from the forbidden tree){Genesis 2:4-3:24}. \n\nThe Koran Clarifies it was Adam Not Eve {Koran 7:19-25} \n  \n\n2. The Bible says "The Birth of a Daughter is a loss" {Ecclesiasticus 22:3}. \n\nThe Koran says both are an Equal Blessing {Koran 42:49} \n  \n\n3. The Bible forbids women from speaking in church {I Corinthians 14:34-35}. \n\nThe Koran says women can argue with the Prophet {58:1} \n\n4. In the Bible, divorced Women are Labeled as an Adulteress, not men {Matthew 5:31-32} \n\nThe Koran does Not have Biblical double standards{Koran 30:21} \n  \n\n5. In The Bible, widows and sisters do not inherit Any property or wealth, only men do {Numbers 27:1-11} \n\nThe Koran abolished this male greed {Koran 4:22} and God protects all. \n  \n\n6. The Bible Allows Multiple Wives {I Kings 11:3} \n\nIn The Koran, God limits the number to 4 only under certain situations (with the wife's permission)and prefers you marry only one wife {Koran 4:3} The Koran gives the woman the right to choose who to marry. \n  \n\n7. "If a man happens to meet a virgin who is not pledged to be married and rapes her and they are discovered, he shall pay the girl's father fifty shekels of silver. He must marry the girl, for he has violated her. He can never divorce her as long as he lives" {Deuteronomy 22:28-30} \n\nOne must ask a simple question here, who is really punished, the man who raped the woman or the woman who was raped? According to the Bible, you have to spend the rest of your life with the man who raped you. \n\nThe Prophet Muhammad Says {Volume 9, Book 86, Number 101} Narrated by Aisha:"It is essential to have the consent of a virgin (for the marriage)". \n\nWould the Non-Muslim men reading this prefer the Women they know to be Christian or Muslim? \n  \n\n8. The Bible also asks women to wear veils as in Islam {I Corinthians 11:3-10} \n\n\n\n9. Women were given rights to Vote less than a 100 years ago in the (US), while the Koran gave women voting rights almost 1,500 years ago. \n\n\n\nChristian Scientists are declaring the Koran is from God. Click Here for stories of Christians and atheist scientists who convert to Islam and why. The Christian Bishops and Priests are admitting the Bible has tensions. Jesus is a Muslim? Click here. The list goes on and on, to hear from some of these converts, including Nuns, and many Famous people click Here. For a more Information and Statistics click Here\n\nThis is Dedicated to Past, Present, and Future Muslim Sisters, Family and Friends, to the Devil who prefers slander and hype over facts. Peace and Blessings upon All.