I would like to get opinions about different religions in a relationship leading on to marriage. Do you think it would work out or do you think there is no way it would work? If so, please state your reason. I'd like the answers based on Muslim and Catholics please. but any opinion is welcomed. God Bless..=)
2006-11-03 11:00:03 · 18 answers · asked by latina ♥ 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
A Muslim man can marry any woman of the book, so it would be ok to marry a Catholic woman.
But a Catholic can only marry a Catholic.
If you are wanting to marry a Muslim man you will have to except the Catholic church will never except it nor any children.
If you truly love this man it can work out.
I met my husband 6 years ago and we have been married for a year. We have had our own problems but we are just more in love today as 6 years ago. When we met and married I was a Christian. We had a Christian and Muslim ceremony.
There has been struggles between our parents agreeing with our marriage. It took till the first of this year for my Mother to even meet him. She did not come to the wedding, but my Daddy has supported us the entire time and was at the wedding. He has not spoken to his family in 3 years. I am not telling you this to scare you but to understand what you are about to go through.
The thing to remember is no one will be in your home but you and your husband. And the two of you are the one that will make it work not anyone else
2006-11-03 11:26:20 · answer #1 · answered by Layla 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
first too all:
this answer is not too bash ANY religion so don't take any of this personal
now for your question. my opinion is that it would not work. i am a muslim woman. as a muslim we believe in the book of the Christian_the Holy Bible. we believe in the book of the Jews_the Torah and of course there is the Noble Quran of Islam. i have been told that the Bible says thou shalt not be unevenly yoked. im not sure if these are words from Jesus (peace be upon him) or from God. because in Islam a muslim woman can't go and marry another reglion. BUT a muslim man can marry another religion. i tell you this because Praise God, i never had to worry about gettin married to another religion. i am muslim and my husband is muslim. so if a muslim man marries a catholic woman. i can't see it working. these two religions are soooo far apart. but if these two who fall in love then Praise God. Cause only He knows what He is doing. Maybe God could bring these two 2gether so that the woman learns Islam and is lead to another path. I'm not going to say the "right path." bcuz i know those are arguing words. so i'll leave it at another path. Good luck with your search
2006-11-03 19:21:22 · answer #2 · answered by baba where art thou 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Its better in Islam that the Catholic woman convert to Islam.
Common sense, states that when two people are married, their values and beliefs should be the same (they dont have to have the same favourite food).
If the man and woman are secular, then it doesnt matter what religion they come from.
According to Islam, if a muslim man marries a christian woman, then the children should be raised as muslims.
2006-11-03 19:05:22 · answer #3 · answered by jigadrop 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When there is true love, it can always work. No matter what the issue is.
When each allows the other to have individual lives as well as lives together then things will be lovely.
When each is allowed to worship as they will, but come together as a couple at other times, then it can work out.
When there is not true love then no matter what the situation, there will be trouble. One trying to push the other.
There is an old saying. "Whoever loves the least runs the relationship." Because the one who loves is more willing to give in to make the other happy. The one who does not love will be selfish.
When there is no love, one will always be trying to convert the other. To push the other into this or that faith.
2006-11-03 19:08:35 · answer #4 · answered by Max Marie, OFS 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
okay here's the jist of it....
islam is passed by the male in the family -- so if a woman who it not muslem marries a muslem man she must agree to raise any children mulsem and conform their their ways in regards to family and faith. she does NOT have to conform herself however.
personally, i do not believe it would be a good mix -- i'm sorry but i don't. the differences are too different -- thekoran teaches Christ was a prophet but not the Son of God. the bible teaches the polar opposite and does not recognize Mohammed.
if he is strong in his family and faith - it will be a rocky road with you and your familyand children. please make sure you are ready to delve completely into his family. if you are and ready to give p all you know for your children as in who your Saviour is -- then go ahead, however realize you will be up for some very strong challenges.
2006-11-03 21:11:36 · answer #5 · answered by Marysia 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not all people practice their religion so it may not be an issue. The only issue may come up when you have a wedding or child. But I know many married people with different religions.
They tend to celebrate each other's holidays without any issues. I know Muslims and Jews who participate in Xmas, Christians who participate in Seder. When they participate in the celebrations they are not professing to the faith but are sharing special moments with their loved ones.
2006-11-03 19:03:26 · answer #6 · answered by Laughing Libra 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
No matter what anyone tells you, you will do what you want.
From the bible's view, it's wrong.
Practically, it can work but it will complicate things immensely and marriage is tough enough.
When you have children, the differences of your spiritual beliefs could break your relationship. It will become difficult to agree on what to teach the children and ill feelings will come about. Your kids will suffer and be confused.
Don't do it UNLESS one of you accepts the other's faith sincerely and converts so as to be united in morals, beliefs, faith etc...it is vital in any relationship.
2006-11-03 19:26:37 · answer #7 · answered by Sugar 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
it can work out if both put their religions apart and decide to work with eachother or both decide to share religions meaning him becoming open to catholic and u muslim. mostly u guys need to put religion apart religion is a good thing is not a thing were u the person is this religion i cant marry him/her. religion to make people more close to god no matter what religion. but people started to make it seem like religion is a gated wall with a fence that if ur not this religion ur not welcome to get marry. we need to stop that
2006-11-03 19:21:41 · answer #8 · answered by jose m 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A muslim man can divorce you by calling it 3 times. Looks like you are only interested in the pleasure which is evanescent.
If you are looking for a real relationship, then your proposition sounds like a disaster waiting to happen. Please visit this site to know more about Islam itself:
www.news.faithfreedom.org
2006-11-03 19:04:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you love each other your religion don't matter-you go to your church and he go to his church-don't change your religion for him and he should not change hie religion for you- you can visit his church sometime and he can visit yours sometimes-and if you change your religion for him will it make you happy not him i mean you-I am a catholic and no I will not change my religion for my husband-your marriage can work and religion don't matter.
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR DECISION
2006-11-03 19:09:28 · answer #10 · answered by brown sugar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋