0:05 In the heart of Europe, precisely in
0:08 Italy, a land long known for centuries
0:10 as the center of the Catholic faith and
0:13 home to the Vatican, an extraordinary
0:16 event took place. This event not only
0:18 shocked the Italian society, but also
0:21 shook the world. Thousands of nuns who
0:23 had dedicated their lives behind the
0:26 monastery walls decided to embrace Islam.
0:30 At first, this story began with
0:33 restlessness of the heart. Many of them
0:35 had lived for years in the silence of
0:37 prayer, isolating themselves from the
0:40 noise of the outside world. They sought
0:43 tranquility, peace, and answers to the
0:45 deepest questions about God, life, and
0:48 the purpose of their existence. Yet over
0:50 time, they felt that something was missing.
0:53 missing.
0:55 They read the Holy Scriptures every day,
0:57 yet the great questions remained unanswered.
0:58 unanswered.
1:00 Why must the Almighty God be manifested
1:04 in human form? Why must original sin be
1:06 carried by every child born into the
1:09 world? And why, despite praying for so
1:11 many years, did their hearts still feel
1:15 an unrest that could not be healed?
1:18 In the silence of the convent, some nuns
1:20 secretly began to open new horizons.
1:22 They read literature about other
1:26 religions, especially Islam. At first,
1:29 all of this was done in secrecy, afraid
1:31 of being considered apistates or
1:34 unfaithful to their sacred calling. Yet,
1:36 behind those silent walls, they
1:38 discovered verses of the Quran that
1:42 touch their hearts. Say, "He is Allah,
1:44 the one and only. Allah, the eternal
1:48 refuge. He neither beggets nor is born,
1:50 and there is none comparable to him."
1:56 Quran surah alas 1:4 2
1:58 Those verses were so simple yet so
2:02 profound, not convoluted, not confusing,
2:06 not against reason. One by one, the nuns
2:08 began to feel that Islam gave the
2:10 answers they had long been seeking.
2:14 Islam presented an image of God so pure,
2:16 without intermediaries, without
2:18 incarnation into creatures, without
2:20 hierarchy. They found beauty in the
2:24 words laaha illallola. There is no god
2:27 but Allah. The words were simple yet
2:29 they struck their hearts like lightning
2:36 At first only a handful of nuns were
2:39 interested. They secretly discussed,
2:41 exchanged translated copies of the
2:44 Quran, listened to Quranic recitations
2:46 through hidden phones, and even prayed
2:49 in Islamic prostration inside their
2:52 small rooms without anyone knowing. Yet
2:54 the peace they felt was so powerful that
2:57 it could no longer be hidden. The
2:59 whispers of the heart grew louder,
3:01 eventually moving many other nuns to
3:04 seek as well. From 10, it became
3:07 hundreds. From hundreds, it became thousands.
3:10 thousands.
3:12 A turning point came when a Muslim
3:14 professor from the University of Rome
3:16 was invited to give an academic lecture
3:19 on comparative religion. In that forum,
3:21 he gently explained the concept of
3:24 Tawhed about the prophets honored in
3:26 both Islam and Christianity and about
3:29 Mary, the holy figure who even has an
3:31 entire surah dedicated to her in the Quran.
3:34 Quran.
3:36 Many nuns wept in emotion as they
3:39 listened. They realized for the first
3:42 time that Mary, the figure they had
3:44 revered since childhood, was actually
3:46 honored more highly in Islam than in
3:48 their own faith.
3:52 That night, many nuns cried until late.
3:54 Tears fell not out of sadness, but out
3:57 of joy, that God had finally led them to
4:00 the pure truth.
4:03 The climax came on a bright morning in a
4:05 large hall outside Rome where thousands
4:08 of nuns gathered. They stood in their
4:10 long white garments that had always been
4:13 a symbol of devotion. But that day,
4:16 their faces radiated a different light.
4:19 There was relief, peace, and happiness
4:22 that could not be described in words. An
4:24 imam stood before them, his voice
4:26 trembling as he led the declaration of faith.
4:37 In unison, thousands of nuns recited
4:41 those words. Tears burst forth. Crying
4:44 of joy echoed throughout the hall. They
4:46 were no longer nuns. They were now
4:49 Muslim sisters. Some immediately removed
4:51 the crosses from their necks, replacing
4:53 them with simple veils provided by the
4:56 organizers. Some kissed the Quran for
4:59 the first time with deep love. Others
5:01 prostrated for a long time on the floor,
5:03 experiencing the true peace they had
5:07 never felt in their entire lives.
5:10 The news spread quickly, shaking Italy
5:12 and even the whole of Europe.
5:14 International media covered it. Church
5:17 leaders were left bewildered while
5:18 Muslims across the world fell into
5:22 frstration of gratitude. Many could not
5:24 believe how could the land that was the
5:26 heart of Catholicism give birth to
5:29 thousands of converts from among nuns.
5:33 Yet the reality could not be denied.
5:35 One of them said in a trembling voice
5:37 during an interview, "For decades I
5:40 searched for God, but only today do I
5:43 truly feel his closeness. Islam is not
5:45 just a religion, but a way of life that
5:49 truly brings peace to my heart."
5:52 Now thousands of former nuns live as
5:54 Muslim women. They are learning to read
5:57 the Quran, studying Arabic, and
6:00 beginning to wear the hijab with pride.
6:02 Many have become drivers of da,
6:03 spreading their stories so that more
6:06 people may come to know Islam. From the
6:08 silence of the convent, they have now
6:10 discovered a new world full of light.
6:12 From empty prayers, they have found
6:15 sincere prostration. From endless
6:17 restlessness, they have found true tranquility.
6:18 tranquility.
6:20 And it all began with one noble
6:23 statement. Laahaola
6:27 Muhammad Rasool Allah.
6:29 The story of thousands of Italian nuns
6:32 who found guidance is living proof that
6:34 the light of truth cannot be blocked by
6:37 walls, traditions or even centuries of
6:40 history. Guidance is the absolute right
6:43 of Allah and he grants it to whomever he
6:45 wills. What happened in Italy is not
6:47 merely a social phenomenon or a
6:50 historical event, but a sign that Islam
6:52 will continue to shine even in the most
6:55 unexpected places.
6:57 From behind the silent prayers of the
7:00 nuns, Allah revealed the straight path.
7:02 From restless hearts, unwavering faith
7:05 was born.
7:07 That day, the world witnessed how
7:09 thousands of souls surrendered
7:11 themselves completely to Allah. They
7:14 left behind doubts, abandoned confusion,
7:17 and attained true happiness. And now
7:20 from Italy, the center of the Catholic
7:22 world, resounds the same words once
7:24 proclaimed by the prophet and his
7:30 companions 14 centuries ago, laa illur rasoolah.
7:31 rasoolah.
7:34 Words that unite, that bring peace, and
7:37 that save. Words that will never fade
7:55 >> Allah >> Allah
7:56 >> Allah >> ashu
8:06 >> Allah >> Allah
8:18 Allah >> what
8:18 >> what >> what
8:37 >> Imagine a young woman from Sweden raised
8:39 as an atheist.
8:40 suddenly bursting into tears upon
8:42 hearing sura Mariam for the first time
8:45 in her life or a former Catholic priest
8:47 in France who had taught theology for
8:50 over three decades secretly taking his
8:53 shahada with no one else knowing what
8:55 exactly is happening in Europe why in
8:58 the midst of a storm of Islamophobia and
9:00 intense social pressure is the number of
9:03 Muslims steadily increasing this video
9:06 doesn't merely present statistics it's a
9:07 journey into the depths of the European
9:10 soul whole a quest for meaning,
9:12 historical awareness, and a spiritual
9:19 Islam didn't come with the sword, but
9:20 with knowledge in the light of
9:23 civilization. History records that Islam
9:25 first entered Europe not through
9:27 conquest, but through knowledge and the
9:29 light of civilization. In the 8th
9:32 century, Muslims conquered Andalucia and
9:34 established Alandalus, a Muslim kingdom
9:36 that became a beacon of knowledge on a
9:38 continent shrouded in darkness. From
9:40 this land came great minds like Ibn
9:44 Rush, Ibn Hazam, and Al- Zarawi. At a
9:45 time when Europe knew nothing of modern
9:47 hospitals, Muslims had already
9:49 established health centers, the first
9:51 universities, and the most advanced
9:53 sanitation systems. But this golden age
9:56 was gradually erased. After the
9:59 Rayconista, the Christian reconquest.
10:02 Muslims were expelled, slaughtered, or
10:04 forced to convert. Yet the traces of
10:07 Islamic civilization remain in southern
10:09 Spain. Mosques turned into churches,
10:12 hidden manuscripts, and city names
10:18 The void of meaning in the modern world.
10:20 Although Europe is now regarded as an
10:22 advanced region, many of its people live
10:24 in a state of spiritual emptiness.
10:26 Research shows that more than 60% of
10:29 European youth no longer believe in God.
10:32 Rates of depression, anxiety, and
10:34 suicide are soaring. In this void, Islam
10:37 arrives as an oasis. Islam offers a
10:39 clear structure of life, profound
10:41 meaning, and a peace that touches the
10:45 soul. Tahed monotheism is a radical
10:48 concept for many Westerners. No trinity,
10:51 no son of God, only one absolute God.
10:53 Simple, logical, and aligned with the
10:59 The rise of Islam through digital light.
11:01 In the past, Islam could only be known
11:04 through television or print media, often
11:06 saturated with bias and propaganda. But
11:10 today, anyone can open YouTube, Tik Tok,
11:12 or a podcast and learn directly from the
11:15 source. Channels such as digital mimbar,
11:18 Ali Dawa, Hamzat, Sortsis and Muy M have
11:20 become spiritual teachers for millions
11:23 of non-Muslims in the west. Beyond that
11:25 the stories of converts have gone viral
11:29 and deeply moving.
11:32 Christian Becker from glamorous world to
11:35 the light of Islam. Christian Becker a
11:38 former MTV Germany presenter. Beautiful,
11:40 famous, and seemingly having everything.
11:43 Money, fame, a life of freedom was
11:46 hiding a deep emptiness in her soul. The
11:48 entertainment world filled with parties
11:50 and alcohol never truly brought her
11:53 peace until one day she encountered
11:55 Islam through Imran Khan. She began
11:58 reading the Quran, learning how to pray,
12:00 and eventually embraced Islam. To her,
12:03 Islam is not restrictive but liberating.
12:06 Today, she is a dwa activist, writes
12:08 books, and is a voice for those seeking
12:16 Hamza Andreas Sortz from radical atheist
12:19 to rational die. Hamza, a man of Greek
12:22 descent, was raised in a secular culture
12:24 and became a radical liberal activist
12:27 with strong anti-religious sentiments.
12:29 He would often debate Muslims, seeking
12:31 only to attack their beliefs. But the
12:33 more he read the Quran and delved into
12:35 Islamic philosophy, the more he
12:37 discovered a logical and spiritual
12:40 coherence he had never found before.
12:43 Eventually, he accepted Islam and is now
12:44 one of the most influential Muslim
12:47 speakers in Europe. He founded a
12:50 scientific da organization and inspires
12:57 Nadia, the call to prayer amidst the
13:00 party. Nadia, a Polish woman working as
13:02 a bartender, lived a life filled with
13:05 parties and shallow pleasures. But one
13:08 night while watching YouTube videos, she
13:10 heard the call to prayer and her heart
13:13 instantly trembled. She began searching
13:15 and ultimately embraced Islam. Her path
13:18 was not easy. She was rejected by her
13:21 family, lost her job, and faced painful
13:23 loneliness. But the local Muslim
13:25 community welcomed her. She learned to
13:28 read the Quran, studied hadith, and
13:30 today she teaches Muslim children
13:37 Muslim women from stereotypes to
13:40 strength, Western media often portrays
13:42 Muslim women as oppressed. But the
13:45 reality is that over 60% of converts to
13:48 Islam in Europe are women. Why? Because
13:50 Islam protects women. It does not
13:52 exploit them. Their bodies are not
13:55 commodified. Their voices are heard.
13:57 Their rights are preserved. One convert
14:00 woman once said, "I no longer feel I
14:02 need to look beautiful to be valued. Now
14:05 I'm respected for my character." This is
14:06 not just a statement. It's a true liberation.
14:13 Faith born through trials.
14:15 Being a Muslim in Europe is not easy.
14:17 Many have to take their shahada in
14:19 secret. Some are kicked out of their
14:22 homes, lose friends, and face workplace
14:24 discrimination. Yet from these trials,
14:27 unwavering faith is born. Some learn
14:30 Islam online for years, studying Akida
14:32 and fick alone before finally having the
14:35 courage to reveal their identity. For
14:38 them, Islam is not a label. It is a
14:39 conviction born from a long and
14:43 conscious spiritual journey.
14:47 Islam comes not to conquer but to heal.
14:49 Some see the rise of Islam in Europe as
14:52 a threat. But in truth, Islam brings
14:55 hope. Muslims are now active members of
14:57 society, building their nations as
15:00 doctors, teachers, scientists, and
15:02 politicians. They are not merely
15:04 immigrants, but citizens contributing to
15:06 the future of Europe. Many mosques have
15:09 become community centers, hosting
15:11 interfaith dialogues, offering free
15:13 meals, and opening their doors to
15:15 non-Muslim neighbors. And despite the
15:17 rise in hatred, those who remain
15:19 steadfast are the best of Muslims,
15:24 resilient, patient, and full of love.
15:27 The new generation of European Muslims.
15:29 A new generation of Muslims in Europe is
15:32 rising. Born in Europe, fluent in local
15:35 languages, but proudly Muslim. They are
15:37 attending top universities, launching
15:40 startups, participating in parliament,
15:42 and breaking old stereotypes. This is
15:45 the face of the future European Islam.
15:48 Young, intelligent, calm, and solutionoriented.
15:49 solutionoriented.
15:51 Today, Europe is not just a land of
15:54 technology, but a land in search of
15:57 meaning. And Islam in all its simplicity
15:59 and nobility is gradually answering that call.
16:05 We can play a role, even a small one.
16:07 Even those of us outside of Europe have
16:10 a role to play. We can support digital
16:13 da spread positive content or simply
16:16 share inspiring stories. One short
16:19 video, one article or one sentence could
16:21 be the reason someone discovers Islam
16:23 and takes their shahada. Let us be
16:25 ambassadors of Islam, even if only
16:27 through words and writing. We never know
16:29 which prayer will be answered, which
16:32 da'wah will touch a heart, and which
16:33 good deed will guide someone to the