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The Surprised Trend of Converting to Islam Around the World
The Surprised Trend of Converting to Islam Around the World Walk into a mosque in Berlin, New York, or Cape Town, and you might notice a surprising scene. A woman with blond hair adjusts her scarf before prayer. A man who once sang in church now whispers verses of the Qur’an. A university student, raised without any faith, repeats Arabic words with quiet devotion. Despite widespread Islamophobia, thousands of people around the world continue to embrace Islam. The trend surprises many, yet for those who witness it closely, the reasons unfold with clarity.
By waseem khan4 months ago in Humans
A Week with Flavored Tea
A Week with Flavored Tea Saturday morning carried a chill sharp enough to sting my fingertips. I wrapped both hands around a paper cup of chamomile lavender latte, the heat soaking into my skin. Steam rose in delicate spirals, fogging the windshield as I drove across town. The first sip painted my tongue with lavender, soft and floral, and then honey slipped in, coating everything smooth. Foam left a pale ring on the lid like a soft crown. Could I ever return to plain chamomile again? This felt different, indulgent, almost dangerous. One drink might pull me into a habit I didn’t expect.
By waseem khan4 months ago in Journal
The surprising trend of converting to Islam around the world: Why people are choosing Islam despite Islamophobia.
Walk into a mosque in New York, Paris, or London, and you may find a surprising sight. A young woman who once followed no religion now ties a scarf around her head. A middle-aged man who grew up Christian bends his forehead to the ground in prayer. A college student from Asia, raised with no faith practice, learns Arabic words of worship with shining eyes. All around the world, Islamophobia dominates headlines, yet an opposite, quieter trend unfolds every day: thousands continue to embrace Islam.
By waseem khan4 months ago in Humans
The Child Who Cried “Allah” Outside the Green Dome
The child stood trembling before the grand mosque, his small hands clutching the word “Allah” crafted in glowing calligraphy. Tears rolled freely down his cheeks, his lips quivering as he whispered prayers only he and his Creator could understand. Behind him rose the magnificent Green Dome of Madinah, a symbol of peace, mercy, and eternal love. Yet in his heart, there was a storm—an ache too vast for such a young soul to carry.
By waseem khan4 months ago in Humans
Her Letters Still Arrive
Her Letters Still Arrive The box sat quietly at the back of Adeel’s closet. It was small, wooden, and tied with a ribbon that had faded to gray. He had not opened it in years. It wasn’t that he forgot—it was that he was afraid. Afraid of the handwriting inside, afraid of the memories it would bring rushing back.
By waseem khan5 months ago in Families
The Porcelain Gift
The Porcelain Gift Elena and Mariah had spent weeks turning the upstairs loft into a cozy retreat. The highlight of the space was a round window that poured sunlight in during the mornings. On one side sat Mariah’s art table; on the other, Elena’s laptop desk for her freelance work. A bed and tall bookshelves filled the center, with a cushioned chair tucked in the corner.
By waseem khan5 months ago in Horror
Hungry River
Mera naam Zayden hai. Main ab teen saal ka hoon. Mujhe chizoun par chadhai karna bohot pasand hai — kursi, table, bed, aur sabse zyada apni almari. Jab main almari par chadhta hoon, mujhe lagta hai main Spider-Man hoon. Woh mera favourite hero hai. Shayad isliye bhi chadhta hoon, kyunki us waqt meri mama mujhe dekhti hain.
By waseem khan5 months ago in Families
The surprising trend of converting to Islam around the world: Why people are choosing Islam.
The Surprising Trend of Converting to Islam Around the World: Why People Are Choosing Islam Despite Islamophobia In an era marked by widespread misinformation, cultural clashes, and rising Islamophobia, one trend continues to surprise sociologists and religious scholars alike: the steady and, in some regions, growing number of people converting to Islam.
By waseem khan5 months ago in Humans
Life After Summer
Life After Summer It always begins with the wind. That soft, familiar shift in the air — when the summer heat starts to loosen its grip, and evenings become kinder. It’s not quite autumn yet, but the world begins to cool, slowly, almost thoughtfully. Just like she had.
By waseem khan5 months ago in Confessions
