ok i have a question to girls and boys please. if you meet a girl/boy and his/she not related to you religion is it gonna be a problem in your relationship?
2006-12-31 08:19:27 · 9 answers · asked by luvu4ever14344 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
It could be because alot of people argue about religion. Well maybe it wont be if your just dating but if you had ever gotten married to someone with a different religion it could be difficult. Like say if a jewish person married a christian. They might have to start celebrating holidays differently and figure out what church to go to.And one person may want to there children to follow there religion and the other would want to there children to follow there religion ya know...Maybe one would switch to other religion. Im not saying it impossible to have a relationship with someone that has a different religion but it would be sort of difficult.
2006-12-31 08:27:23 · answer #1 · answered by luvfades 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If religion is a part of your lives, no matter How important, it will become an issue when the two of you get more serious.
How will you decide on which church/temple etc. to attend? Who's religion gets the priority? One wins and one loses. That's not a benefit in a relationship.
As friends, it's great to learn more about each other and compare notes on religion and other topics, but for the long-term, it's better that you and your special someone can grow together in the same religion and reinforce each other in that way.
2006-12-31 16:26:18 · answer #2 · answered by tobiemonterrey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Religion, politics, Fords versus Chevvies...anything can be a basis for contention in a relationship. But look first at what it is you want out of a relationship. If you're looking for sex, religion doesn't matter (unless it's an absolute impediment). If you're looking for a long-term relationship, the two of you will either decide religion is important or it isn't. Many times religion becomes an issue AFTER marriage. Remember, any relationship calls for both partners to accept each other as well as accept themselves. If you can accept your partner, then you take them with all their warts and bumps, including their religion.
2006-12-31 16:25:17 · answer #3 · answered by judgebill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi there,
I think it can be a problem if you both let it be a problem.
The key would be to respect their religion and respect their adherence to it, if they choose to follow their religion. Ask them about their religion and learn about it. If you can, go to Church, Temple, or their Prayer Meeting with them to find out more about their religion ( if they are comfortable with that)
At the right time in your relationship, you might want to discuss the differences in your religions and determine if they really matter. For example the Pagan religion has one main rule " Do as you please, harming none" Sounds outrageous, "Do as you please" like, totally drink my face off, but wait, I'm HARMING myself when I do that. So, seen in the right light, this simple rule is a very powerful way to live your life. But it can easily be misintrepreted.
It takes two mature people to make a relationship work when there are different religions involved. In my opinion, it is just as mature to recognize when you can't make it work. Often people like to blame something or someone when a relationship doesn't work instead of just recognizing that no one is to blame, its just that the two peoplewere not a good match for a variety of reasons.
2006-12-31 16:39:56 · answer #4 · answered by Linda 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes - my exhusband and I thought it would not be a prob - he was athiest and I am Christian. You dont support each other fully as you dont deep down agree on each others beleifs. The last straw (and relationship ender) for me was when the discussion of children came around... if one wants Sunday School and Christian Schooling and the other wants something different it becomes very very nasty and the kids are caught in the middle. Be very careful!
2007-01-01 01:22:29 · answer #5 · answered by Carrie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For most people it is going to be a problem simply because it is a major conflict of belief.
Some couples are able to overcome their differences in religious beliefs, but I think those couples are the rarity, and are able to do so only if either they never speak of it, come to some amalgamation of their religious beliefs or are able to agree to disagree.
2006-12-31 16:24:15 · answer #6 · answered by thankyou "iana" 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The WORD has said it all....
(2Corinthians 6:14-to-18) Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
(2Co 6:15) And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
(2Co 6:16) And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
(2Co 6:17) Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,
(2Co 6:18) And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.
Thanks, RR
2006-12-31 16:22:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not so much if you guys are i love it will only be a small bump in the road. unless your parents get involved .what is more important to you your beliefs or love.
2006-12-31 16:23:07 · answer #8 · answered by ~**casandra**~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes cuz differnt religions have differnt restrictions
some religions might say sex is wrong
or dating is wrong
2006-12-31 16:22:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋