Скачать или смотреть Former South African Minister Shares Her Journey to Islam | Dr. Naledi Pandor and Omar Suleiman

In this powerful and deeply personal reflection, South Africa’s former Minister shares her journey to Islam — a path shaped by faith, struggle, identity, and the pursuit of justice. She opens up about the verse of the Qur'an that resonates most with her heart, Surah Al-Fatiha, especially the plea: “Oh Allah, do not desert us to those who would do evil. Lead us to the path of those who are righteous in following Your teaching.” For her, these words are more than a prayer — they are a compass for life.

Having embraced Islam later in life, she speaks candidly about the loss of many friends over time and the comfort she finds in the verse, “Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we return.” For her, Islam is not only a faith but a directive — a road map guiding how one should live with purpose, fairness, and compassion.

Rooted in a history of political struggle, apartheid, and racial injustice, she reflects on how her lifelong belief in equality and fairness aligns with the principles of Islam. She explains how systemic racism can numb people to their own prejudice and why awakening from that is essential — both individually and as a society.

The former Minister also speaks of the strength she draws from the Muslim community and the importance of unity, empowerment, and interfaith cooperation. She reminds us that Islamophobia, while painful, can also be an unintended recognition of the strength, dignity, and goodness of the Muslim identity.

This is more than a story of conversion — it’s a story of transformation, reflection, and a call to collective empowerment. It’s a reminder that faith, when embraced with sincerity, can lead to a more just, meaningful, and united life. #JourneyToIslam #EmbracingIslam #ConvertToIslam #IslamicJourney #FaithStory #SpiritualAwakening