My First Steps In Islam Hardcover Edition. In order to become a Muslim, there are no specific religious rituals or customs that you need to perform, neither in specific areas nor in front of people. For non-Muslim readers this book explains how to embrace Islam, showing that this does not require much effort and a person who wishes to become a Muslim only needs to make a simple but far-reaching declaration of belief in God's oneness and the message of Islam: "I bear witness that there is no deity other than Allah SWT (God), and I bear witness that Prophet Muhammad SAW is God servant and messenger." The book explains to new Muslims the essential elements of Islam, and describes the character of Prophet Muhammad SAW, his qualities and the message he delivered to mankind. It lucidly discusses the various acts of worship Muslims are required to offer, their purposes and significance.