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Ustadh Abdulwahid has a discussion with Imaani, a close friend, who embraced Islam after years of searching for truth. Imani shares how he discovered Islam, the challenges of telling his Christian mother, leaving behind music and dreadlocks, and how his faith inspired a clothing brand for Muslim families. Links to Hands of Imaami 🌐 Website: https://handsofimaani.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsofimaani 🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsofimaani Who are we? Madinah College is a London-based Islamic institute dedicated to teaching Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic studies to adults and young people. Our mission is to provide authentic knowledge from the Qur’an and Sunnah, taught by qualified teachers, in a way that is accessible and relevant for Muslims living in the West. With on-site classes, online courses, and resources through our MCL Portal, we aim to nurture faith, strengthen understanding, and help Muslims apply their religion in everyday life. Join the community Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/madinahcollege/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/madinahcollegelondon/ Telegram → https://t.me/madinahcollegelondon Tiktok → https://www.tiktok.com/@madinah.college/ Study with us Online (Free 7 Day Trial) → https://www.mclportal.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description On-site → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/ __________ Video Chapters: 0:00 - Intro & how Imani got his name 1:08 - The meaning of “Imani” & family heritage 1:55 - Mother’s reaction to his conversion 3:03 - Advice on telling parents about becoming Muslim 4:19 - Fear of backlash & mother’s Christian faith 5:15 - From Christian household to Islam 5:24 - What is Rastafarianism? 5:53 - Brother’s influence on his journey 6:40 - Stopping Islam research due to gang issues 7:10 - Not claiming a specific Rasta tribe 7:12 - Keeping dreadlocks after shahada 7:27 - Brother & friends’ reactions to conversion 8:23 - Maintaining friendships & giving da’wah 9:48 - Importance of masjid & Muslim friends for new Muslims 11:07 - Learning from anyone in the community 11:49 - Challenges after becoming Muslim 11:53 - Struggle with cutting dreadlocks 12:44 - Leaving music & the entertainment scene 13:23 - Avoiding haram by understanding rulings deeply 14:09 - Starting “Hands of Imani” clothing brand 15:00 - Providing matching thobes for families 16:00 - Advice for new Muslims on consistency & learning 17:18 - Giving da’wah to family through example 18:41 - Navigating Christmas, Easter & birthdays as a Muslim 20:22 - Keeping family ties without compromising faith 20:26 - Where to buy Hands of Imani products __________ "When a man dies, his deeds come to an end except for three things: Sadaqah; a knowledge which is beneficial, or a virtuous descendant who prays for him (for the deceased)." (Muslim) Support us → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/donate/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description Subscribe for videos with the scholars and students of knowledge.
