Many Muslims only marry someone outside their religion only if they convert to Islam.
2006-11-21 02:20:19 · 27 answers · asked by ash 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
In my case, I would convert to any religion if its that important to my loved one but convert to Islam? (over my dead body)
2006-11-21 02:35:36 · update #1
No, this is stupid. You should not try and change somebodies beliefs etc just to suit yourself, its selfish. So, no.
2006-11-21 02:22:11 · answer #1 · answered by E 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on what is more important to you. Granted that if you are very religious, then obviously you wouldn't sacrifice your belief system for love and marriage. However, if your not really religious perhaps this isn't really that big of a deal. I don't see anything wrong with someone who chooses to do so for the sake of someone they love. So long as the belief system teaches good morals and serves as a guide to be a good and productive individual, then I think it's fine. Honestly, people do this everyday for the sake of marriage and I don't see anything wrong for in it and I also respect those who choose not convert and stick to what they believe. The person who decides to convert is given the freedom to choose and are not forced into it so the only person they should resent if they did find themselves unhappy w/ converting is themselves. Personally, I think that all religions are different in the paths to which they lead their followers on, but essentially they all end up in the same place. If someone, does consider converting, they should really learn about the religion and their beliefs and decide whether they can live this lifestyle and from their Im sure whatever choice they make will be the best for them. Take Care:)
2006-11-21 02:54:20 · answer #2 · answered by serenity113001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No... & this is just one of many reasons why: You are your own person & should have your own beliefs. Converting because someone else wants you to is a sign that says... what else do I have to do to please this other person. If you convert, that's just the beginning. What else is that person going to push you into doing, or not doing for that matter. There are very few cases where pre-conditions should exsist in a marriage. In all actuality, there shouldn't be any, but I put that in because of hollywood. Stars usually have a prenup of some kind to protect what they've worked for. Concidering this is about religion, that doesn't apply. It's kind of like saying, I'll love you, but only if... Now if you wanted to convert on your own, that would be a different story. Don't do it because someone else wants or expects you to.
2006-11-21 02:31:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problem is your judging unfairly as it is Allah not a person who can be the judge of sincerity. Sure if the behaviors do not change then a person can say he is insincere. But converting to marry is a very big thing in Islam and if sincere a person will have a great reward in heaven for it. not only for being a believer but for pleasing their Muslim spouse and providing for them.
2016-05-22 06:40:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you should have to change your religion as a condition of getting married. Its your choice - if you want to that's fine, but it should not be what the marriage is based on.
Many couples marry who are of different faiths and work things out. Why would Islam be any different?
2006-11-21 02:25:02 · answer #5 · answered by Stareyes 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, I would not marry anyone who's requirement before marriage was that I convert to a religion other than my own.
2006-11-21 02:23:30 · answer #6 · answered by sassybree1979 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No. If there were conditions on the marriage, I would greatly reconsider my choices. You don't marry someone to change them! You marry them because they as a whole complete you.
I could understand some sacrifices in a marriage such as giving up a cat to accommodate an allergic spouse, but to give up my core beliefs?? No. I don't think I could do that.
2006-11-21 02:31:14 · answer #7 · answered by jackie_jackie_bo_backie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. You are asking for trouble. I wouldn't marry someone who demanded I convert to Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism or anything else, either. A handsome stud is no reason to change your relation to the Lord.
What, there aren't any decent Baptists in your city?
2006-11-21 02:25:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anne Jovie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would love him unconditionally. That means he must love me unconditionally. Even if my religion isnt something he agreed with. I would not convert just because of love. When you really love someone you will accept the good and the bad. That means not making them commit to a religion they dont feel comfy with.
2006-11-21 02:36:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a word of caution, i'v been there done that. if you convert just to get someone to marry you believe me at one point you will harbour feelings of resentment when differance come up. you will automatically blame those diff. on the fact that you had to convert, also the dynamics change whan you have children
2006-11-21 02:39:46 · answer #10 · answered by yaki 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I think you shoudnt if you are forced .. I am a muslim but never would like to force anyone to convert .. But Yeah if you bring Faith in Islam dont stop yourself..
I would say read about Islam and then think of marriage .. he might be an ***hole for you later ..
Regards
Sameer
http://sameer-shaikh.blogspot.com
2006-11-21 02:28:59 · answer #11 · answered by Sameer 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋