While Writing Anti-Islam Book He Became Muslim! - The Story of Joram Van Klaveren

In this video, Joram Van Klaveren, a former Dutch politician and anti‑Islam activist, shares his unexpected journey from writing an anti‑Islam book to embracing Islam. He recounts the intense scrutiny he faced, including over 2,000 death threats and sleepless nights, and explains how his research led to a profound spiritual awakening. He describes the moment he recited the Shahada, the challenges of practicing Salah, and how he now raises his children as Muslims. He also reflects on the broader context of Islamophobia in Europe and offers advice for those researching Islam. 00:00 Intro 01:42 How was your life in regards to faith? What did you believe in? 03:09 How and why did you decide to write an anti‑Islamic book? 05:52 What resources did you use while doing your research? 09:33 What surprised you the most while doing your research? 10:46 Shahada moment 12:36 What was the reaction of the people around you? When you became muslim? 15:28 How did you feel when you made your first Salah? 15:52 What were the three biggest challenges you faced when you converted to Islam? 16:48 Are you raising your kids as muslim? 17:29 What was your heaviest and most regretful expression that you used for Islam? 18:42 How should people research about Islam? 19:42 What would you like to say as your final comments?