Things Muslims Wish You Knew

@QuietByNature

Hi quiet 😊

I understand why it might feel that way, n I really appreciate u asking this with an open mind 😊

What ur coworker experienced is real, n in some places there r cultural or legal pressures around hijab. That shouldn’t be ignored. But at the same time, it’s important to separate culture, politics n personal experiences from what Islam actually teaches.

In Islam, modesty is for both men n women, n hijab is meant to be a personal act of faith n choice. For many Muslim women, it’s not oppression—it’s something they choose because it gives them identity, dignity n peace.

But yes, in some countries or families, it can be forced in ways that don’t reflect the religion itself. Most Muslims believe faith should come from sincerity, not force.

So what u noticed isn’t wrong - it just shows how different experiences can be depending on where PPL live.

I really appreciate u asking instead of assuming… conversations like this really help PPL understand each other better 💓. 

Hugs ur way 🤗 

What is Eid?

@QuietByNature

Hey hi Nature 😊 hope u have a great day ahead ❤️

That’s a really thoughtful question 😊 n I appreciate the curiosity. I’ll try to explain it in a simple and respectful way 

So, In Islam, we've something called Dhikr, which means remembrance of God (Allah). it’s a very personal n peaceful practice where we repeat short phrases to stay connected to God throughout our day.

Some of the most common phrases we say are:

SubhanAllah - meaning (God is perfect ) n free from any نقص (imperfection)

Alhamdulillah - meaning “All praise belongs to God”

Allahu Akbar - meaning ( God is the Greatest)

We even repeat specific verse's though.

We can say these anytime, while walking, sitting, resting, or even quietly in our hearts. It’s not limited to a specific place or time, which makes it feel very natural and constant.

We avoid saying Dhikr or mentioning God verbally inside the restroom, b'cos it’s considered a place that isn’t appropriate for acts of worship.  Islam teaches us to keep the remembrance of God in clean and respectful environments :) 

n Abt the beads..!!! yes, Muslims use prayer beads called Misbaha (also known as tasbih). they help us keep count when repeating these phrases, often in sets like 33 or 100.

But something important to note is that the beads are not required :) mnny Muslims simply use their fingers to count, n that is actually a traditional n encouraged way as well. ❤️

So in that sense, it can look a bit similar to the Rosary, since both involve repetition and sometimes beads 😊

However, the intention n structure are a little different... in Islam, Dhikr is usually more flexible. there isn’t always a fixed sequence. It’s more about continuously remembering God, rather than following a specific set of prayers every time.

At its heart, Dhikr is something very calming and grounding. It helps bring peace, especially during stressful or emotional moments n reminds us that we’re never alone 😊 

I hope that helps explain it a little better 💓 feel free to ask me anything regarding islam, happy to ans..!! sending you lots of love and happy Vibes ur way 😊 

Hugs 🤗 

@QuietByNature

Beautiful rosary beads 💚

@QuietByNature

Hey Quiet!!!! 😊

I know you didn’t ask me about this and I might not explain it as perfectly as @Ailuraphilelove8tear9 would, but as a Muslim, I just felt like sharing a little.

But first, I really appreciate your curiosity and interest. It’s so nice to see you wanting to learn instead of assuming things. That’s really wonderful!!!

So about facial hair for Muslim men....

In Islam, growing a beard is encouraged because it was the practice of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

He said:

"Trim the mustache and let the beard grow."

There are a few reasons behind it:

• First, a beard is a natural part of male biology. It helps distinguish men from women and is seen as a sign of dignity and respect when kept neat.
• Then, it’s also about following the Prophet’s example, which we call Sunnah. It’s not just about looking a certain way but more about the intention behind it. Wearing it is a personal way of showing devotion and identity.
• And for a lot of men, having a beard is a reflection of faith, mindfulness and respect for tradition. It’s kind of like a small daily reminder of values and beliefs. 

Having said that, not every Muslim man has a beard and having one or not doesn’t automatically determine your closeness to God. What really matters is your heart, intentions and actions. Some men grow it fully, some keep it trimmed and some can’t grow much at all... and that’s completely ok. Different cultures, schools of thought and personal circumstances all play a role.

So yes, it’s encouraged, but you’re definitely not less Muslim if you don’t have one, especially if there’s a valid reason. It’s all about the heart and faith, not just the beard.

We say it after the name of all prophets of God. Not just Prophet Mohammad (pbuh)

Its an etiquette thing to show respect ..

Even when Muslims meet each other they say Asalamolikum - which means "peace be upon you".

@jesusredeemedme2425

Haha... Good question 😊

Muslims say PBUH (peace be upon him) after the name of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as a way of showing respect, love,n honor, not only him but for every other prophet we add it. 

It’s not just a habit we can say, it actually comes from the Qur’an itself.

Qur’an 33:56

Arabic:

إِنَّ اللَّهَ وَمَلَائِكَتَهُ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى النَّبِيِّ ۚ يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا صَلُّوا عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا تَسْلِيمًا

English:

Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings and peace upon him. 

So Muslims follow this by saying things like:

"Sallallahu alayhi wa sallam (ﷺ)" or in English, peace/blessings be upon him (PBUH)

What it means is that:

Peace be upon him - asking Allah to grant him peace

Blessings be upon him - asking Allah to honor and elevate him ❤️

So it’s basically a dua (prayer), not just words that we add n also, it’s not only for Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as i mentioned above 😊 but muslims say peace be upon him for other prophets too, like

Prophet Ibrahim PBUH (Abraham)

Prophet Musa PBUH (Moses)

Prophet Isa PBUH (Jesus)

N every other Prophet's mentioned in Quran n Hadith ❤️

Why Muslims care abt this so much... cus, it’s a way to show gratitude n respect ❤️ It keeps a connection with the Prophet ﷺ it’s believed to bring reward n blessings

There’s also a saying of the Prophet ﷺ (Hadhith):

Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah sends blessings upon him ten times. ❤️ 

Hope this helps u understand better 😊

Hugs 🤗 

@Tulipsmile

@Tulipsmile

I don’t think I knew this about Jesus. Interesting <3

@considerateChestnut4179

✨🌷✨ Great words ,thank you for this important message