Religion, is it important?

Question

Is a shared religion an important aspect in building a successful marriage?
I believe it is. What do you think about this?

Answer 1

Yes, in marriage, a couple should be equally yoked especially in their spiritual beliefs or else conflicts will arise in other aspects of the marriage such as in raising children, holidays, traditions and between family members of each spouse. After the honeymoon ends, real life begins and it is best to be united in faith for a good strong foundation.

Answer 2

That's a tricky question...

Your religion is how you practice your belief. Your spiritual belief, on the other hand, is a lot deeper than that.

As far as 'religion' is concerned, it's dependent on what religion you practice. I'm Baptist. If my wife is Methodist, we wouldn't have a problem. But if she were Buddist, then there would be a problem.

As far as your 'spirituality' is concerned, then planly "no". Your spirituality will dictate how you deal with conflicts, focus, and other people. This will definitely hinder the relationship in the long run. Others might disagree, but those who are in relationships like that either avoid that subject because of conflict or try to compromise to satisfy the other. On this subject, if a compromise if made, then neither one will be able to practice their spirituality 100% because one would rub off on the other.

Answer 3

I do not think it is I have been with my husband for 3 years he is a christian and I am not. We are good together. We share so much of ourselves together that we do not find it neccasary to share that part of who we are. And when we have a child I have agreed to let my husband raise him or her christian with the promise from my husband that if the child ever wants to explore other religions or no religion that he be open minded and supportative. the important thing in a realtionship is not a shared religion but mutual respect for the other person and of course the love and trust that you have for each other.

Answer 4

Depends on the individuals involved and how dogmatic they are. My grandparents were married over 50 years before my grandfather died. He was Catholic and she was Protestant. They did have disagreements over religion but they had a great marriage and loved each other very much. Neither was converted by the other though. I am not relgious and I think I found it easier to bond with someone who was also not religious. I guess maybe if I had happened fallen in love with a religious person it would not have mattered so long as they were willing to respect my beliefs. I would always respect anothers right to a different opinion on faith so long as they allowed me my own.

Answer 5

religion in most cases is the most important aspect of a person's life, I think that it is very important the the couple have shared beliefs, in order to teach the kids the same beliefs, go to church together, etc. Religion is a lifestyle that should be shared.

Answer 6

It's impactful but not in a good way.

Ah, in marriage? Yeah, I'd say it's a LOT easier on a couple if they share the same or very similar views on religion.

Answer 7

Yes it's very important, that's why the Bible says to marry only in the Lord (a believer). My Wife and I are Jehovah's Witnesses and May 1st will be our 11 year anniversary. We would not be married today had it not been for the witnesses coming to our door and sharing the Bible with us :O)

Answer 8

i havent found a difference in belief to be a problem with my husband and I
we respect each other and understand each other
i think that is important in building a successful marriage

Answer 9

No you don't need to share a fantasy to build a relationship!

In fact the best relationships are built on reality!

Fantasy is only good in the BEDROOM!

Answer 10

Most people use Religion as a crutch, but it is a useful tool to help put people on the path to finding their own spirituality.