After Shahadah: The First 5 Things Every New Muslim Should Learn

The first step into Islam is Shahadah:

Ash-hadu an la ilaha illa Allah, wa ash-hadu anna Muhammadur Rasul Allah.

The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Islam wipes away what came before it.”
— Sahih Muslim

1️⃣ Learn Salah

Start with:

• Wudu (purification)
• Standing, bowing, prostration
• Surah Al-Fatiha + 1 short Surah

Prayer is the pillar of Islam.

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2️⃣ Learn Basic Aqeedah (Belief)

Core beliefs:

• Allah is One, Perfect, without partner
• Angels, Prophets, Divine Books
• The Hereafter and Qadr (Destiny)

This protects faith and identity.

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3️⃣ Join the Muslim Community

• Attend the mosque regularly
• Meet supportive Muslims
• Learn in a halal environment

Islam grows stronger together.

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4️⃣ Learn Halal & Haram Gradually

Start with basics:

• Pray 5 times daily
• Eat halal
• Avoid major sins step-by-step

Allah loves steady, consistent progress.

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5️⃣ Learn the Quran Slowly

Begin with:

• Surah Al-Ikhlas
• Surah Al-Falaq
• Surah An-Nas

Goal: Understanding > speed.

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Final Motivation

“Allah does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear.”
— Surah Al-Baqarah 2:286

Every small effort counts. Allah sees every step you take toward Him.