Camila Celestino (Narjes), the lady of #NewMuslim from Brazil:
โ Upon careful examination of my birth date, I realized that my birthday coincides with #MidSha'ban, hence my Islamic name became #Narjes.
Explore my journey at rahyafteha.ir/51484/
#Guidance
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โ Upon careful examination of my birth date, I realized that my birthday coincides with #MidSha'ban, hence my Islamic name became #Narjes.
Explore my journey at rahyafteha.ir/51484/
#Guidance
๐ Follow me on @rahyafte_en
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Camila Celestino (Narjes), the lady of #NewMuslim from Brazil: โ
Upon careful examination of my birth date, I realized that my birthday coincides with #MidSha'ban, hence my Islamic name became #Narjes. Explore my journey at rahyafteha.ir/51484/ #Guidanceโฆ
๐ธ Camila Celestino: Embracing Islam, Finding Beauty in Submission ๐ธ
Meet Camila Celestino, a woman from Brazil, who shares her inspiring journey of conversion to Islam. ๐ง๐ท
Camila, also known as Narjes, recently spoke with Rahyafte, a platform dedicated to missionaries and new Muslims, shedding light on her unique path to Islam. ๐
๐บ Background and Early Life:
Camila was born in Sao Paulo in 1992 to a Catholic Christian family. Her journey to Islam began when she explored her birthdate, realizing it coincided with the auspicious occasion of #MidSha'ban. Thus, her Islamic name became Narjes. โจ
๐ค Questioning Christianity:
Growing up, Camila wasn't deeply connected to Christianity. Her perspective changed when her mother fell seriously ill. Unable to find answers within Christianity, she turned to atheism, questioning the concepts of the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus.
๐ Introduction to Islam:
Camila's curiosity about Islam led her to a Lebanese acquaintance who gave her a book titled "Islam, the Prophet, and the Ahlul Bayt." Initially, she had no intention of converting, but as she delved into the book, the beauty of Islamic teachings captivated her.
๐คฏ Awakening to Truth:
Reading about Allah in Islam made her realize the oneness of God, similar to the teachings in the Torah and the Bible. The life of Imam Hussein, especially, left an indelible mark on her, making it impossible to deny the existence of God. After six months of thorough research, Camila embraced Islam at the Mosque of Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah, in Sao Paulo.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family's Acceptance:
Surprisingly, Camila's conversion brought joy to her mother, who had struggled with Camila's earlier atheism. Her family, while not yet Muslim, respects and supports her decision, asking questions about Islam and even waking her up for prayers when she was in Brazil.
๐ Adapting to Islamic Practices:
For Camila, the excitement of embracing Islamic practices, especially fasting during Ramadan, was a fulfilling experience. Fasting in Islam, with its unique spiritual dimensions, brought her closer to Allah, enhancing the joy of her newfound faith.
๐ฎ๐ท Encounter with Challenges in Iran:
Sharing her experience of fasting in Iran, Camila highlighted the physical challenges of enduring an 18-hour fast in the heat. However, she sees the difficulty as an opportunity for a more profound spiritual connection.
๐ง Navigating Post-Conversion Challenges:
Wearing the hijab brought challenges, particularly due to the cost of scarves. Camila faced mockery and inappropriate comments in Brazil but remained resilient. Anti-Islam propaganda, unfortunately, remains prevalent.
๐ Discovering Beauty in Islam:
For Camila, the beauty of Islam lies in its worship โ prayers and fasting. The call to prayer (Adhan) and the emotional depth of prayers like Dua Kumayl and Sahifa Sajjadiya resonate with her heart, making her journey profoundly beautiful.
๐ Admiration for the Supreme Leader:
Upon conversion, Camila encountered the image of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution. Despite being unfamiliar, she was deeply moved, choosing him as her religious authority.
๐ Spreading the Light of Islam:
Camila's ultimate goal is to return to Brazil and showcase the true essence of Islam. Even if her family doesn't convert, she hopes to earn their respect for Islam.
๐ Follow Camila's Journey: @rahyafte_en
๐ Original Interview (in Persian): Rahyafteha.ir/51484/
#NewMuslim #JourneyToIslam #Inspiration #IslamicBeauty #ConvertStory #CamilaCelestino #Narjes #Rahyaftegan ๐น
Meet Camila Celestino, a woman from Brazil, who shares her inspiring journey of conversion to Islam. ๐ง๐ท
Camila, also known as Narjes, recently spoke with Rahyafte, a platform dedicated to missionaries and new Muslims, shedding light on her unique path to Islam. ๐
๐บ Background and Early Life:
Camila was born in Sao Paulo in 1992 to a Catholic Christian family. Her journey to Islam began when she explored her birthdate, realizing it coincided with the auspicious occasion of #MidSha'ban. Thus, her Islamic name became Narjes. โจ
๐ค Questioning Christianity:
Growing up, Camila wasn't deeply connected to Christianity. Her perspective changed when her mother fell seriously ill. Unable to find answers within Christianity, she turned to atheism, questioning the concepts of the Trinity and the divinity of Jesus.
๐ Introduction to Islam:
Camila's curiosity about Islam led her to a Lebanese acquaintance who gave her a book titled "Islam, the Prophet, and the Ahlul Bayt." Initially, she had no intention of converting, but as she delved into the book, the beauty of Islamic teachings captivated her.
๐คฏ Awakening to Truth:
Reading about Allah in Islam made her realize the oneness of God, similar to the teachings in the Torah and the Bible. The life of Imam Hussein, especially, left an indelible mark on her, making it impossible to deny the existence of God. After six months of thorough research, Camila embraced Islam at the Mosque of Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah, in Sao Paulo.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family's Acceptance:
Surprisingly, Camila's conversion brought joy to her mother, who had struggled with Camila's earlier atheism. Her family, while not yet Muslim, respects and supports her decision, asking questions about Islam and even waking her up for prayers when she was in Brazil.
๐ Adapting to Islamic Practices:
For Camila, the excitement of embracing Islamic practices, especially fasting during Ramadan, was a fulfilling experience. Fasting in Islam, with its unique spiritual dimensions, brought her closer to Allah, enhancing the joy of her newfound faith.
๐ฎ๐ท Encounter with Challenges in Iran:
Sharing her experience of fasting in Iran, Camila highlighted the physical challenges of enduring an 18-hour fast in the heat. However, she sees the difficulty as an opportunity for a more profound spiritual connection.
๐ง Navigating Post-Conversion Challenges:
Wearing the hijab brought challenges, particularly due to the cost of scarves. Camila faced mockery and inappropriate comments in Brazil but remained resilient. Anti-Islam propaganda, unfortunately, remains prevalent.
๐ Discovering Beauty in Islam:
For Camila, the beauty of Islam lies in its worship โ prayers and fasting. The call to prayer (Adhan) and the emotional depth of prayers like Dua Kumayl and Sahifa Sajjadiya resonate with her heart, making her journey profoundly beautiful.
๐ Admiration for the Supreme Leader:
Upon conversion, Camila encountered the image of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution. Despite being unfamiliar, she was deeply moved, choosing him as her religious authority.
๐ Spreading the Light of Islam:
Camila's ultimate goal is to return to Brazil and showcase the true essence of Islam. Even if her family doesn't convert, she hopes to earn their respect for Islam.
๐ Follow Camila's Journey: @rahyafte_en
๐ Original Interview (in Persian): Rahyafteha.ir/51484/
#NewMuslim #JourneyToIslam #Inspiration #IslamicBeauty #ConvertStory #CamilaCelestino #Narjes #Rahyaftegan ๐น