Uploaded July 2018 | Updated September 2026, 37 minutes ago

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Al-Hajj Abu Ja'far al-Hanbali interviews the host about his book, the Big Step.

Talking points/Questions:
Background of the author (birth, lineage, childhood, early religious experiences, defining moments)
How were you exposed to Islam?
What was your first impression of the religion as an outsider?
When was the first time you met a Muslim?
Was your conversion a sudden moment or a gradual coming together of many things?
Conversion to Islam and entrance into the Muslim community

The Big Step is available here: lulu.com/shop/mahdi-lock/the-big-step/paperback/product-23721241.html?ppn=1

Part 2: youtube.com/watch?v=Zb2Xxh5Szx0