Do you think it's better to date others of the same race and religion as yours?

Question

Why, why not?

Answer 1

it might be easier as far as race, religion by dating someone of the same, but not necessarily better due to those 2 factors only, personally I think a different religion would be harder than race, if you feel strong faith in your religion, which do you bring up any kids in?

Answer 2

Well, first up, you'll have more attractive children, if they are multi-racial. A whole lot of Hollywood stars come from more than two races. It would definitely be easier for the both of you if you come from the same race and religion, because there are things that you'll just get, about each other. But then again, there are a lot of interracial marriages that last forever and there are those that don't. Just the same goes for married couples of the same race. A lot last forever, a lot only for two months.

It is a fact that two people with different backgrounds and different religions, cultures, both have unique things to bring into a relationship. The other can open your mind, and allow you to experience and learn new things that you wouldn't have otherwise had the opportunity to experience, without him/her.

You don't have to be on common ground when it comes to race, but you should be on common ground regarding having an open mind, the ability to accept, the eagerness to learn, experience, expound, reach out, touch, hold, feel, share.

That's my two cents.

Answer 3

It doesn't matter what race or religion a person is as long as both people are committed to each other. With interracial relationshipsn, all that matters is what kind of person he or she is. How they make you feel. Not where their ancestors came from.
Now on to religion. I am not going to say it is better that both people are of the same religion because I don't know that it is. From my personal experience being in a relationship with someone from a different religion presents another side to a person. My parents have been married for over 20 years and my mother is Muslim and my father was raised Methodist. Religion was never an issue for them just as long as they both had one.
My parents have raised me to think for myself and form my own opinions. That's why I really like the Catholic school system. It instills a faith and belief in a higher power in its students while at the same time exposing them to other religions and allowing them to make their own choice about religion. That is how children should be raised--and since children are a major issue when it comes to interreligious relationships.

Answer 4

Race, dating outside of it is OKay if the people involved R ok w/it. Their minds can overcome what other people say and think. Religion? Wars R fought because of it. It creates a divide that's very deep, but at the same time insignificant. It could work as long as U don't try to push what U believe on the other person.

Answer 5

of the 2 religion is far more quantifiable in keeping it the same as many fight will be over baptisms ect.. reguarding and what religion childrne will be raised, in dating religion is really not brought up that much, it's when your's getting serious long term it comes into play, so keep it the same helps ( especially if you want certain values of each other ), as for race that's a non issue as the only ones that have problems with that are the weak minded who are easily steered and influenced and worry about fitting in as well as acceptance from there so called "peers"

Answer 6

Race I dont care, were all humans, however religion is a dealbreaker. I dont see how you can plan a family (raise children etc) if you two don't share the same views. I can be a devote Christian and pray everyday....etc, and yet my husband is an athiest, and if my kids turned out athiests or confused I'd be unhappy with myself.

Answer 7

It's definitely easier to date someone who has the same background and religion....better all depends on the individual circumstances...but is definitely is BETTER to date within your own religious circle...interracial dating is a personal choice, could be great or bad, but you've gotta be open minded...

Answer 8

I think religion would be more important than race, especially if both are very religious people. There would be problems about which way to raise your children, which church they should attend, etc.

Answer 9

First of all do you secretly have a problem with it? Or are you so worried about other peoples opinions you can't make up your own mind? Different cultures have been mingling since the dawn of time...Too bad its the bad stuff that people remember like Hitler, skinheads,or KKK...Remember this we are talking religions not cults color not aliens...We all have different tastes but its the differences that make life worth living!!

Answer 10

well i don't really care what race or what religion is a girl as long as she has pretty eyes and pretty smile on her face and too me i am not racism and don't really care what religion she is as long she is nice, caring, honest and kind and respectful and has a nice personality. well i will date a girl outside my race and a girl outside of my religion. well what really matter is how much you love that person and how much that person loves you back, someone who cares about you and someone who you care about. their is nothing wrong if someone one is dating someone outside their religion and outside their race, as long as they both care about each other and like each other............. well that's just my opinion and if i am wrong, then feel free to correct me.