Should there be mixed race dating? Is it against God?

Answer 1

Read the Bible for yourself.

Answer 2

Actually, Biblically speaking this is a pretty good question.

In the Old Testament we see that the Jews were forbidden to marry outside their race. When they disobeyed God made them send their women and children away (see Ezra 10).

However, did this really have to do with Race? A careful examination of the Book of Ruth will show us that it does not. It had to do with faith. Anyone who was willing to become a Jew in faith was accepted (in most circumstances) as a Jew in blood. They could marry a proselite (Jewish convert).

In the New Testament we see passages that seem to indicate that Christians were not to marry non-Christians. However, the New Testament also constantly reminds us that in Christ there is no Jew and Gentile (non-Jew).

We are free to marry outside our race, but both must be Christians.

As to whether or not we should DATE, well that's an entirely different discussion.

Answer 3

First of all, we all come from one race; the human race.

Have you ever heard the phrase: "The Earth is but one country and mankind its citizens."
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"...regard ye not one another as strangers. Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch."

That being said, I will answer your question with a 'yes,' or 'no' answer.

I say, "No, if someone is not evolved enough to realize that there is only one human race then he is not ready to participate in the great gift of interracial dating or marriage."

I say, "Yes, if someone IS evolved enough to understand the fundamental verity that we are one human family then he is ready for the gift of interracial dating or marriage."

Why do I call it a gift?

Well, it's a gift because when you open your mind and heart to someone of a different culture, your view of yourself, your community, and the world at large is expanded exponentially.

Let's take the first Americans and the Native Americans. If the "Settlers" had the right frame of mind then they would have learned about a whole new way of life from the Natives. Instead they came with thier own beliefs and were unwilling or unable to integrate with the Natives. In the end, they missed out on all the great gifts that come with cultural exchange.

In order to really fully appreciate another culture, your parents have to raise you to be open-minded. Not everyone is raised that way. If you were NOT raised that way then you have been robbed of the great gift. But, it's not too late.

When you become an adult and therefore out from under the auspices of our parents, one can make his own way in the world. I've seen many people that come from prejudice parents go on to become great advocates for human rights, date people from different cultures, marry people from other cultures, and even have mixed children. So, there is hope for everyone.

So, let's get scientific. If it was against God to intermarry then we would not be able to procreate with one another. Try having sex with an animal, a plant or a rock. You will never be able to create off-spring. Not being able to make babies is a BIG sign that it's going against God.

Answer 4

Absolutely! One's appearance should not in any way dictate how you feel about someone or how you judge them. I was with someone of another race for 13 years and we are still VERY good friends. Some people say "but oh, if you have children!" Well, as this country (and this world) has discovered time and again in the past, there is ignorance everywhere and the only way to break people out of that is to show them that they're wrong and make the unfamiliar, familiar. As far as it being "against God" I certainly don't remember anything written anywhere that says "stick with your own kind" or any other such nonsense. We judge people based on their values and merit, not something external. Basically, if he's a good guy and you really like him, go for it.

Answer 5

Dating itself is against God, but mixed race courtship and marriage is not against God.
Only time God was against mixed race marriages was with the Jews before Christ came so that the Jews would be preserved and the prophecies fulfilled, especially of Jesus Christ being born according to Scriptures.

Answer 6

Mixed race dating existed long before you asked this question. No, it is not against God. All "races" are the Human Race, silly.

Answer 7

Yes, there is nothing wrong with it. I've haven't found it in the bible as being against God's will. You might find someone who is offended when they see you together, it seems to happen more in southern states of America. Continue to follow in God's will. If anyone has a problem with interracial couples, don't worry about it.If you family and/or friends resent your relationship, its their problem. Just relax, its just temporary, hated is everywhere, just like bigots. So, just be happy. May God Bess you and Keep you.

Answer 8

Doesn't the bible say that God created man (the human race)? So, dating which race of man would be against God? Of course it is not against God, it is only against ignorant racists.

Answer 9

Is it against God? I hope not, because my fiancee is white and I'm black-hispanic.

The Bible contains a verse or two that seem to suggest mixed-race unions are illicit, but that was only because of certain sociopolitical situations at the time -- Israel had a lot of enemies, and they had to be careful who they got close to.

It's not the same today, obviously, especially in countries like ours, which are so ethnically diverse.

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Answer 10

correction to "dance with a stranger"
protestants don't believe it is wrong. Maybe some do, just like some catholics and some muslims and mormons. It is kind of silly to make such a blanket statement.

and now to answer the original question. I have never found evidence of it being wrong. there are certain situations where God tels his people not to intermarry with other cultures, but it has to do with who they worship not what race they are. So, i think it is safer to say inter-religion marriage/dating is not intended and pretty dangerous to someone trying to honestly walk in the teachings of their belief. it is pretty hard to be in a relationship if you are heading different directions in your faith.

Answer 11

What fool says such a thing is against God? You can't chose who you love. It just happens. If you love someone who's of another race, race fails to be an issue. Love is the issue. The only thing that matters is that you love each other.