Are you new to Islam, or are you looking to deepen your existing knowledge?

To truly understand Islam, it's important to begin with its origins—why it came, what its core message is, and how it connects with the history of previous prophets. Start by exploring the five pillars of Islam and its foundational principles. Learn about the prophets who came before Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), many of whom are also revered in Judaism and Christianity.

Study the story of Prophet Adam (AS) and Iblis (Lucifer), and understand how their story sets the stage for the human journey. Look into the timeline and sequence of the prophets—what message they brought to their respective nations, and how Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) became the forefather of Islam.

Delve into the meaning of the duas (supplications) we recite in Salah (prayer), and how Salah itself was established during the miraculous journey of Isra and Mi'raj. Understand why Prophet Musa (Moses) is mentioned more than any other prophet in the Qur'an, and why Jerusalem holds such significance across all Abrahamic faiths.

Learn about Iblis’ enmity toward humankind, his defiance against Allah, and how he tries to mislead people. Reflect on how the nations of past prophets were destroyed for rejecting divine guidance, and how Islam came to deliver the final, preserved message of the Qur'an.

Also, explore the historical persecution of the Jews and how Islamic civilizations often provided them protection, especially during the Crusades.

In essence, to truly appreciate Islam, one must understand its roots, its connection to earlier revelations, and its role in continuing the message of monotheism and mercy for all of humanity.

What I love most about Islam are the stories of the prophets.
They read like one long, connected tale of courage and patience:

Adam begins the story on earth, learning to stand back up after a mistake.

Nūḥ (Noah) builds an ark for a world that laughs at him until the rain starts.

Hūd warns a proud people who think their stone‑carved homes make them untouchable.

Ṣāliḥ pleads with his tribe to treat a single she‑camel with kindness—and they refuse.

Ibrāhīm (Abraham) smashes idols, debates King Nimrod, and walks through a fire that turns cool by God’s command.

Lūṭ (Lot) stands almost alone against the corruption of his city.

Ismāʿīl and Isḥāq (Isaac) grow up learning trust in God from their remarkable father.

Yaʿqūb (Jacob) loses his beloved son Yūsuf (Joseph), yet never loses hope; years later Joseph rises from a well and a prison to the treasury of Egypt.

Mūsā (Moses) faces Pharaoh, sees his staff become a serpent, and watches the sea split into two towering walls.

Dāwūd (David) defeats Goliath and sings psalms that soften iron and hearts alike.

Sulaimān (Solomon) speaks to birds, ants, and the wind while ruling with justice.

Zakariyyā and his son Yaḥyā (John) preach in the wilderness with gentle voices.

ʿĪsā (Jesus) heals the blind and raises the dead by God’s permission.

And finally Muḥammad ﷺ delivers the Qur’an, turning a divided desert into a community of faith that reaches the whole world.

Fire becomes cool, seas open, iron bends, and hearts change—but the thread running through every scene is steady patience and trust in one God.

I reverted to Islam a bit over a year ago now during last Ramadan! Alhamdullilah! The best way I’d advise to be able to increase your knowledge is to go to the local mosque and ask one or more of the brothers with more knowledge then you to help!
Best of luck
Alfie