The Case for the Cause

There’s a case out there trying to get me.

Its whole work-up is built on the idea that I sacrificed everything—my seemingly perfect marriage, my children, my dignity, my wealth, my appetite, my freedom, my name. That I’ve basically lost my self-respect and now walk around in a burka just to cover up a scandal with a man who, from what I’ve come to understand over the years, is also going through a divine intervention.

They’re accusing me of using the deen as a cover. They think my claim of receiving clear guidance from Allah is just a way to get people to believe in me, trust me, follow me—when the truth is, I haven’t asked anyone for anything. I’ve never wanted attention or praise. All I’ve ever wanted was clarity and the ability to live it truthfully.

The case takes it a step further, saying that my claim of being the reincarnation of Fatima Zahra (Prophet Muhammad’s daughter, peace be upon him) and the presence of the Prophet’s DNA in my lineage is a red flag.

Even though I’ve said time and time again—with respect—that I understand it’s a lot to take in. I get that it’s hard to believe. But for the people who do follow, for the ones who have seen what I’ve seen and felt what I’ve felt—it’s my responsibility to hold what Allah has revealed and share it. What happens after that is not up to me. It’s up to Allah.

I’ve had to speak up for myself because there are people out there who’ve been given the wrong version of my story. And when you wear the niqab and speak the truth you live, people think it’s for show, or that you’re trying to be something you’re not. But this isn’t an act. This isn’t a moment. This isn’t a roller coaster or an exhibit you walk through and leave. It’s real life. And I live it every day.

Allah’s higher calling isn’t some fantasy—it’s the unfolding of our lives. And it’s on us to choose how much we’re willing to trust Him. Denial doesn’t protect you. Staying suspicious of someone who’s always moved with sincerity—that is a test on its own.

No matter what I say, no matter how I try to explain, it will always be seen as a cover-up or some made-up story to those who don’t want to open their hearts. But if someone would just pause and say, “Ya Allah, Nora is this, this, and that—help me understand what’s really going on”—that’s real trust in Allah. That’s what sincerity looks like.

Because the truth is, gossip has a cost. And some people are racking up debt on stories that were never theirs to begin with.

Talk to Allah. It’s not pathetic. It’s not loser-ish. And it's not a Disney movie. Your loyalty isn't limited to just your goals. This is instilling what you can as a way of life. It's a ladder and it takes time to climb. It takes a lot of patience, reflection and sincerity. Most importantly, Allah will not let you walk it blindly.