French convert highlights positive messages of Islam

Converted Muslim and French author Mathilde Loujayne while highlighting the positive messages of Islam and its beauty, urged people to research Islam and not rely on Western media’s false and negative image of Islam..

Converted Muslim and French author Mathilde Loujayne while highlighting the positive messages of Islam and its beauty, urged people to research Islam and not rely on Western media’s false and negative image of Islam..

In an interview with the Union of OIC News Agencies (UNA) on the sidelines of the 2nd OIC Festival in Abu Dhabi, Loujayne talked about her journey into Islam, which she has summarized in her book, “Big Little Steps”.

The book, published last year in the UAE, strives to serve as a woman’s guide to finding a balanced lifestyle and a glowing heart in Islam, as well as clarifying some of the misconceptions regarding Islam.

Asked about some of the misconceptions she tackles in her book, Loujayne said: “The book tackles misconceptions regarding women’s rights in Islam. It highlights the role of Muslim women at the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and their role in society. I wrote about our exclusive rights in Islam, and my book has a section with top ten rights women experience in Islam.”