Assalaamualikum Friend,
While making people understand about Islam, whether they are new Muslims or those who’ve just recently started practicing, it is wise to focus on major issues (basics of Islam) before dissecting the minor issues. Therefore, if you find someone not wearing hijab or not sporting a beard, first try to make sure they are praying five times a day and reading the Quran with meaning. Once their prayer is fixed and once their love for Allah and His book is fixed, they will be more than willing to start following His commandments.
But creating a fear of hellfire or admonishing them by telling they’ll land in Hell for not wearing hijab/etc., might push them away from Islam altogether. This sledgehammer approach might even prevent them from performing salah! Most importantly, give them naseehah in private and not in public.
Read on to know to more inshaAllah! And do not forget to share :)
Your Brother, Bilal Memon Founder & CEO |
