Why did they convert to Islam?

Individuals are motivated to convert for many reasons: some relate to personal transformation and identity, others to external social and political factors. Theological explanations are often given, and many converts consider themselves destined or called by God to turn to Islam.

Can Muslims be converted?

Conversion by Muslims to other faiths is forbidden under most interpretations of sharia and converts are considered apostates (non-Muslims, however, are allowed to convert into Islam). Some Muslim clerics equate this apostasy to treason, a crime punishable by death.

Can people be forced to convert to Islam?

Islamic law prohibits forced conversion, following the Quranic principle that there is “no compulsion in religion” (Quran 2:256). However, episodes of forced conversions have occurred in the history of Islam.

What does it take to convert to Islam?

Becoming a Muslim You have to believe that there is only one God, Allah, who created the entire universe, and that Muhammad (peace be upon him) is his final messenger on earth. If you recite this, with total sincerity, in front of two witnesses, you have become a Muslim. It really is as simple as that.

What does the Bible say about forced conversion?

What do the Bible and Quran say about forced conversion? Are those forcefully converting others working at the behest of their religion or are they fulfilling their own personal agenda? In John 14:6, it’s written: Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

How do you take Shahada?

Shahadah

In order to become a Muslim, a person simply has to declare the Shahadah in front of witnesses.
The Arabic can be transliterated into the Roman alphabet like this:
Muslims use the name ‘Allah’ for God in the Shahadah.
Muslims also believe the Prophet Muhammad was the last prophet sent by God.