I m a Muslim and I would love to marry a Jewish girl, is this possible?

Question

I know its not R/S but this is the place I would meet most Jewish brothers and sisters, I want answers from.

Thanks

Answer 1

Islamic law says of circumcision and clitorectomy, "It is an obligation for men and women to do it for themselves and their children, and if they neglect it, the Imam may force them to it for it is right and necessary."

In THE SYDNEY MORNING HERALD of January 16, 1979 there was an article on clitorectomy (female circumcision) in Egypt. Nawal Alsa'adawi, the Egyptian gynaecologist and psychiatrist, was reported to have said: "You can't separate sexual oppression from political and religious oppression."

In an article on the practice it was claimed that nearly all of the young girls in Egyptian villages, where most of the people live, are circumcised. The article went on: "This circumcision is, in effect, castration of women. For the women the pleasure of sex is gone."

Some of the girls bleed to death. Others develop abscesses. The article claimed that the religious establishment found her view too threatening. Nawal defended Islam, and claimed that it was not responsible for these circumcisions, and that Muhammed was progressive in regard to women. I have shown in my section on this that this was not the case. She could hardly do otherwise in a country as religious as Egypt. She has enough of a problem trying to prevent these mutilations from taking place, without challenging the very basis of the religion itself.

Some people seem to think that there is a similarity between clitorectomy and circumcision.

The "similarity" is like that between removing a mole from your forehead and cutting off your head.

Savagery is endemic to Islamic thinking, I am sorry to say.

Answer 2

Just pray on it as God determines what is best for us all. That would be Allah, Yahweh, Buddha or whatever respectful name you call the Creator. Are you a loving and kind person? Do you wish the best for others? If so, you are on the road to the riches that the Father in Heaven has placed there for us all. What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, WHO can be against us? - Romans 8:31. The Lord daily loadeth us with BENEFITS, even the God of our salvation. Selah. - Psalm 68:19. I wish you well. Peace, Love and God Bless.

Answer 3

Like in Islam Muslim women are not allowed to marry non Muslim men, Jewish women are not allowed to marry non Jewish men. However, it depends on her, if she is not religious she may accept.
But why don't you ask her, personally?
Remember that your children will be Jews.. This may cause future problems, but if you really want to marry her and you love her and think there won't be problems. Ask her and if she accepts, go for it..

Answer 4

We had a Hindu friend who married a Jew.
They had a wedding canopy which is common to both Faiths and the Service was a joint effort between a Hindu priest (?) and a Rabbi.
We also have a Jewish friend who became a Muslim and another who is now a C of E Vicar!
So - as someone has already said - even the "impossible" can be made possible.
The biggest problem which I can see is not you and your wife, but how would your parents cope with this, and what would your children be brought up as? If anything?

Answer 5

I want to say love conquers all but that also depends on where you live. I think it'll be more difficult in countries where it's ruled by a predominent religion, be it Islam or Judaism. It's such a sensitive issue because sometimes one party would require the other party to convert. That sometimes depends on how religious you and your family are. I have a Christian friend who married a Muslim man, but neither of them converted and they're happily married. Their families also don't have an issue with their marriage. So that helps too.
It may be best if you live in a open and secular country where this won't be such a huge issue. Having supportive familties will also lessen any pressure.

Answer 6

Being Jewish and Orthodox, i can inform you that in maximum circumstances we marry different Jews, because it truly is the choicest thanks to proceed latest. notwithstanding, there have been many circumstances wherein Jewish women human beings marry Muslim adult adult males. this happens frequently in Israel, and those women anybody is of route not orthodox.

Answer 7

I know a Jewish girl who married Muslim guy so I know its possible. However, it that relationship the Muslim guy turned out to be horrible towards her and she eventually divorced him. As they were in the marriage longer he more actively wanted her to live like a Muslim wife - that went over with her like a lead ballon - but sometimes they say you can't help who you fall in love with - but divorce helps you remedy that problem.

Good Luck!!!

Answer 8

I know of one or two instances of a Jewish-Muslim relationship.

Why are you so set on marrying a Jewish girl?

I'd suggest that you take a fatalistic attitude towards it, in the sense that you date who you are drawn to, and if it turns out that 'the one' is Jewish, so be it, you'll work through the problems.

But don't ignore non Jewish women just because you are set on a kosher wife!

Best of luck. Some Jewish girls will marry non Jews; many won't.

Answer 9

If you are a Muslim, then you know that Muslim men can marry another Muslim, a Christian, or a Jew. They are called "People of the Book". You will be unable to do so in Israel, so get married close by like in Jordan. (I am not being sarcastic, Jordan has good relations with Israel).

Answer 10

I'm Jewish and I am in a serious relationship with a Muslim man, we are looking to be married very soon. The key to making it work is to not force your different views on one another. Treat each other with respect and dont argue about little stuff. It's very possible and halal for you to marry a non-muslim wife. It just depends how tolerant you can be towards your wife's views. Over time, she might change her mind, and if you set a good and loving example, she could convert to Islam! Having the same religion will definately make things easier, but it is possible without that at first. I love this Muslim man with all my heart and I know we will work out because he doesn't force me with anything he just educates me on what he believes, doesn't force it down my throat. As a matter of fact, I decided to start learning about Islam on my own just because of his example!