[noingenah]

HOLLYWOOD star Liam Neeson is considering giving up his Catholic belief and becoming a Muslim.

The actor, 59, admitted Islamic prayer "got into his spirit" while filming in Turkish city Istanbul.

He said: "The Call to Prayer happens five times a day and for the first week it drives you crazy, and then it just gets into your spirit and it's the most beautiful, beautiful thing.

"There are 4,000 mosques in the city. Some are just stunning and it really makes me think about becoming a Muslim."

Liam was raised in Northern Ireland as a devout Catholic and altar boy and was named after the local priest.

But the star — whose wife Natasha Richardson died aged 45 in a skiing accident in 2009 — has spoken about challenges to his faith.

He said: "I was reared a Catholic but I think every day we ask ourselves, not consciously, what are we doing on this planet? What's it all about?

"I'm constantly reading books on God or the absence of God and atheism."

Liam was criticised in 2010 after claiming Narnia lion Aslan — voiced by him in the movies — is not based on Christ as CS Lewis had claimed but in fact all spiritual leaders including Mohammed.

His latest film The Grey, about an oil drilling team who crash in freezing Alaska, is released in the UK on Friday.

[ServiceColas]

Make dua for all to be guided onto the true religion

[Xzmwskxn]

May Allah guide Liam Neeson to Islam!

[911_993_911]

That's pretty cool. May Allah guide him.

This reminds me of an idea I've had for a while now, but haven't put into action. Is there any effort to give dawah to celebrities? I'm talking actors, athletes, etc. These people are very influential, especially with the younger generations. Imagine if Liam Neeson does convert, how many of his fans would start learning about Islam as well?

I am going to start writing letters, inshallah. Anyone know of any good guides to giving dawah in this way? Muslims all over the world take enjoyment from the work of these celebrities (rightly or wrongly), so I think they're owed at least that much.

[OrefZorremn]

Salam,

I never thought I'd say this but, may Allah guide Liaam Neeson.

[DouseAuthott]

Salam,

I never thought I'd say this but, may Allah guide Liaam Neeson.

Ditto and Ameen.

[Axxflcaj]

Salam,

What is notable is that Turkish Muslims attract a lot of converts whether due to their pro active work outside or because non Muslims being impressed when they visit Turkey. Compare that to dull response when people visit South Asian muslim population or Saudi Arabia.

[Anfester]

Salam,

I never thought I'd say this but, may Allah guide Liaam Neeson.

Summa aameen.

[klubneras]

Salam,

What is notable is that Turkish Muslims attract a lot of converts whether due to their pro active work outside or because non Muslims being impressed when they visit Turkey. Compare that to dull response when people visit South Asian muslim population or Saudi Arabia.

Perhaps there is barakah in there, Definitely there was a lot of barakah during the some times of the Ottaman empire.

I have been told by Turkish dervişler (murideen) that the Ottomans used to build masaajid in the state of wudhu, according to them this is the reason why one feels more barakah when praying in one of the ancient Ottoman masaajid than praying in the new masaajid which are built by people without wudhu, open-sinners, etc..

And Allah ta'ala knows best.

When Ottomans extended the Masjid of Rasul-ullah (Sallaho Alaihe Wassallam) they had the brick factory setup miles away and everyone who particpated in the project was a Hafidh of Qur'aan.

When Ottomans extended railway line close to the Masjid of Rasul-ullah (Sallaho Alaihe Wassallam) they had tons upon tons of cotton and sound-proofing material buried under the tracks to STOP the noise from disturbing the surrounds of Madinah.

When General Anwar Pasha reached Madinah after the rebellion of Shareef and family of Saud he walked bare feet in hot baking sun and refused to wear shoes and said his Salam upon the Prophet (Sallaho Alaihe Wassallam)'s grave and Shaykh (Maulana) Zakariyya (RA) has described this in his books.

I am a witness to Ulama in Pakistan building small Musallas in their villages and forcing everybody to do Wudhu and ensuring that every single penny is HALAL and everybody participating is a man of Taqwa. Not once, not twice many times I have heard and seen this in Pakistan. In fact it is almost an accepted practise to this day in Pakistan (in villages) for people to do Wudhu and pray when they set the foundations of a Mosque.

[allmyflights]

Salam,

What is notable is that Turkish Muslims attract a lot of converts whether due to their pro active work outside or because non Muslims being impressed when they visit Turkey. Compare that to dull response when people visit South Asian muslim population or Saudi Arabia.

heh??? dont the non muslims become muslims in south asia by obseving the character of the few noble muslims???

[mudozvonf]

It is indeed quite peculiar to pray to Allah that he Guide Liam Neeson to Islam!!!
May Allah guide Liam Neeson to Islam.

I visited Turkey before becoming Muslim. His observations are right in line with my own experience. The adhan awoke me many times at fajr. What I recall most about being in Turkey was the gentle and welcoming nature of Turks, especially compared to Greeks where I had visited previously. Greeks were aloof, even arrogant, and there was indication of being unwelcomed, whereas Turks were welcoming. i also happened to visit during Ramadan and my tour guide was a yong man, shaven faced, blue jean wearing, western fashion styled Turk who was fasting, but very gentle and cordial towards us Americans. He showed us places to eat eventhough he himself did not eat.

I took several photos of the masajid of Turkey, not knowing that I would later being praying in them....

All praises are due to Allah, the One who guides from darkness to light, the One who uplifts the debased, the All Merciful, the All Forgiving.

[DouseAuthott]

It is indeed quite peculiar to pray to Allah that he Guide Liam Neeson to Islam!!!
May Allah guide Liam Neeson to Islam.

I visited Turkey before becoming Muslim. His observations are right in line with my own experience. The adhan awoke me many times at fajr. What I recall most about being in Turkey was the gentle and welcoming nature of Turks, especially compared to Greeks where I had visited previously. Greeks were aloof, even arrogant, and there was indication of being unwelcomed, whereas Turks were welcoming. i also happened to visit during Ramadan and my tour guide was a yong man, shaven faced, blue jean wearing, western fashion styled Turk who was fasting, but very gentle and cordial towards us Americans. He showed us places to eat eventhough he himself did not eat.

I took several photos of the masajid of Turkey, not knowing that I would later being praying in them....

All praises are due to Allah, the One who guides from darkness to light, the One who uplifts the debased, the All Merciful, the All Forgiving.

And ladies and gentlemen I, all the time, was thinking that you are a born Muslim.

[flanna.kersting]

Salam,

What is notable is that Turkish Muslims attract a lot of converts whether due to their pro active work outside or because non Muslims being impressed when they visit Turkey. Compare that to dull response when people visit South Asian muslim population or Saudi Arabia.

I also heard of Westerners converting after visiting the Maghreb. Usually it's (the few) people who stay away from popular beach resorts and guided tours, and adventure on their own into rural areas and get to know the locals.

[southernplayer99]

It is indeed quite peculiar to pray to Allah that he Guide Liam Neeson to Islam!!!
May Allah guide Liam Neeson to Islam.

I visited Turkey before becoming Muslim. His observations are right in line with my own experience. The adhan awoke me many times at fajr. What I recall most about being in Turkey was the gentle and welcoming nature of Turks, especially compared to Greeks where I had visited previously. Greeks were aloof, even arrogant, and there was indication of being unwelcomed, whereas Turks were welcoming. i also happened to visit during Ramadan and my tour guide was a yong man, shaven faced, blue jean wearing, western fashion styled Turk who was fasting, but very gentle and cordial towards us Americans. He showed us places to eat eventhough he himself did not eat.

I took several photos of the masajid of Turkey, not knowing that I would later being praying in them....

All praises are due to Allah, the One who guides from darkness to light, the One who uplifts the debased, the All Merciful, the All Forgiving.

i know person i met in turkey she was awhite american. we got to know each other. she the went to greece next as well. later on in an email she told me the exact the thing about turks and greeks