Does your opinion on this depend on what religion the person practices? Would it make a difference if it were a Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Pagan, Scientologist, etc.? If so, why?
2006-12-04 08:31:14 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I am asking hypothetically.
And by living with someone, I mean anyone, could be family or friends, not necessarily someone you are in a romantic relationship with.
2006-12-04 08:37:14 · update #1
If you mean roommates, it's not wrong. You don't have to tell them anything.
If you mean live in lover, I don't know why you WOULDN'T tell them? If you're involved enough to live together, why keep secrets?
TY for the clarification - family members fall somewhere between roommates and live in lovers. I don't think it's wrong not to tell them if you believe it'll cause contention. If you're keeping quiet to keep the peace, nothing really wrong with that.
Except that you're denying a part of yourself. The only one being wronged is you! But there may be good reasons for keeping quiet.
It's a small matter, I think. I wouldn't sweat it too much.
2006-12-04 08:42:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I assume that when you say "live with someone" that you mean a romantic commitment between two people and not cohabitation for the purpose of sharing costs. I believe that if you are going to make a commitment to someone that religion should be discussed. Religion is a very large part of who a person is. Keeping it a secret in order to avoid discrimination in a relationship is not healthy. For example, imagine a deeply religious Scientologist living with someone who believes that Scientology is complete bunk, can you imagine the hurt that would result from non-disclosure? If on the other hand, cohabitation is not intended for long-term commitment and there is no expectation from either party as such, then I would not feel that it is required. Though I would still recommend it to minimize insensitivity and maximize understanding.
And yes, the opinion above applies to all including atheists.
2006-12-04 16:52:18 · answer #2 · answered by joycedomingo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is wrong to live with someone and not tell them about yourself. I can't see how one could live with another person, whether it is intimate, a friend or just a roommate, and them NOT find out. lol
If you are asking would I live with someone of a different religious belief... then Yes, I would. Your words and actions are more important than what religion you claim to follow. All religions claim they are for "peace", but we both see that it very rare. So, if a person is for peace, then their words and actions will show it... there won't be a need to claim "I am for Peace".
2006-12-04 16:37:28 · answer #3 · answered by Kithy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's wrong to hide it, lie about it, or give a false impression. I don't think it would be wrong to just avoid the subject, if you think it would created conflict. In matters of religion or politics, silence is often the most diplomatic form of relationship.
2006-12-04 16:38:06 · answer #4 · answered by marbledog 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you have a close relationship with someone, you must be honest with them. Your beliefs and practices are a significant part of who you are and it is dishonest to hide that from them. It makes no difference what beliefs they are.
2006-12-04 16:37:43 · answer #5 · answered by barx613 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course its wrong because you shouldn't have to hide any part of who u are. If they have enough of a problem with ur beliefs not to want to be your friend or partner anymore then ur better off. Of course u should never try to convert someone either.
2006-12-04 16:44:32 · answer #6 · answered by momof3 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you living in intimacy with someone or just "housemates"? If you are being intimate with someone and you are not married, your actions betray your beliefs and it makes no difference what you say.
If you are just house mates or apartment mates, then you are under no obligation to talk about your beliefs but it might allow you to become better acquainted with each other.
god bless!
2006-12-04 16:37:26 · answer #7 · answered by happy pilgrim 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be true yourself. If you are willing to deceive by omission then what else are you willing to do. You are just showing yourself where you are not being honest with yourself. To live life with impeccable integrity is being true to the Creator. Only you live your life, are you afaid of being judged? Honesty is the foundation of life.
2006-12-04 16:38:14 · answer #8 · answered by iamonetruth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the person were interested, they would ask. If it is important to you and could affect whatever relationship these two people have, then you should let them know.
2006-12-04 16:36:56 · answer #9 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not exactly fair to the other person to expect them to conform to your personal beliefs without telling them beforehand.
2006-12-04 16:37:34 · answer #10 · answered by Paulie D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋