i am in love with a girl but we are not in the same religion..could that affect our love?
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not yet, but it might later on....you know, holidays, children (if u got married), family...lots of interesting hassles.
899428
Your in a tough situation, because your GF has got loyalties tied between two things at the moment. You and her religion ( and we both know those two subjects don't go well hand in hand). I am guessing your GF would be questioning allot at the moment, there is nothing that you can say to ease her mind really because its such a delicate situation which involves you. I would just tell her that you understand that she is going through a bit at the moment, and understands if she needs space, but tell her you do love her and you will stand by her what ever her decision. Just make sure that your there for her emotionally and physically because she will be having a hard time at the moment. Religion is very important to some People its only up to her if she can choose love over her religion. I hope she does : ) \nThe best of luck to the both of you
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That's a very hard question and I read it all the way through. I'd appreciate it if you also went and read one that I just posted, which is also long. If you really in fact love her, than I would hold onto that and go back with her. If you're Christian, pray about it. Well, scratch that. Pray about it if you're a Christian but talk to her first. Get to know her and try to express your feelings towards her little at a time. Don't make a large sudden move. I hope things work out, but just take it slow. This is comin from a girl that was in this exact position and is know with the guy that I posted a question about. I love him to death and we're getting along wonderfully. Best of luck. Email me if ya want to w/ nething else: naertgirls@juno.com.
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I am neither Indian nor Hindu (nor Buddhist), but I think the answer depends on several factors: a. How strong are both of you in your faiths?  b. How much do you both have in common?  (The more things you share in common the more compatible you will be.)  c. How much do you fill each other's emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs? \nIf one, or both, have strongly held religious beliefs, there WILL be conflict in your marriage, especially if neither are willing to compromise.  (Personally I don't agree that you should compromise your beliefs.)  Compatibility is more important than physical attraction, because looks fade, and after a while you stop noticing what the other person looks like.  And how well he treats you, day after day, year after year, the feelings you get from being with him, are more important than money in the bank.  Money gets stolen, or spent too fast! but emotional security is priceless.  If he has lived in Mexico for a long time, or you in India, then you both have some cultural things in common, which is a good start.  But if you are both from completely different cultures, the outlook is bleak.  You would have to work extra hard to overcome that handicap.  There.  Has that discouraged you enough?  (Just kidding.)  It all comes down to you personally.  What do you want?  Are you willing to take the time to get to know him well enough to know whether he's the one for you and that you're compatible?  It does take time, unfortunately.
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no. you do not need to change your religion. learn to love one another but find a way to connect together in other ways if not spiritually.
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Well if u think its rite then proceed with it...it depend on urself..make sure that he really love u not juz ur body.. but as for religious,its not rite..its a sin..are u sure he's willing to share the responsiblities with u?? Better be safe then sorry dear...
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No, I would still marry them, because each person can have their own beliefs, and not have it interrupt the marriage at all. Religion is something that brings people together, not takes them apart. Besides if the love is true then they respect each others religion, so it would not be a big deal
364010
If she is a believer, she will most likely only want to get attached to another believer. Even so, that does not guarantee love, chemistry still has something to do with it.
897033
Chances are good that you succeed.i know that this is kinda challenging.But if she truely love you and care about you she would be determined to break the barrier of religion.its upto her to decide whether to hurt you or her family.she will make her choices.all what i suggest you is to stand by her always.just be there for her.I suggest you to respect and support her decision.if she wishes to not hurt her family by marrying you then please support her.or if she chooses to marry you and leave her family behind you are obliged to reconnect her with her family.Good luck to the two you.hope you succeed.
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yea but you do have to realize that when time works it out, you and her are going to have a lot of people mad at you to. Some might not be able to understand you and her love for each other you have to be sure that you can handle the pressure and gossip. And love doesnt always come knockng at your door so if you and her are in love dont let anything get in the way. Good Luck!!!
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hi, first i want to confess that i am weak in english and i read your question thrice to understand the meaning. forgive me if my answer seems to be different from what you have asked.\nyou need to know the difference between religion and spirituality. religion includes customs, rites, fasting, going to the church, etc. which i think started atleast 15 yrs after the death of jesus. it took some time to build a church. furthermore jesus himself was a jew and not a christian, if we consider his religion. so, friend, the question is not your religion but your spirituality. i think your belief is enough to prove it. i feel it suffocating to practise religious rites, prayers,etc. if i am the son of Him, then why do i need to go to him "through proper channel", can't i put my request directly to him? leave it, now to discuss your problem. friend, you are in love and you are in tension. you are trying to appear religious in her way to her. friend, why are you doing so? whether you don't want to LOOSE her or you feel that she may be hurt. if the second option is the cause then you can say that you love her and if the first one is the cause then it is possesiveness and not love. in most of the cases it results in suffering and nothing else. you try to clarify it to yourself first.\nhow long will you be able to act in this way. what you actually are, will be revealed to her in some days. i think it's better to tell her the truth at RIGHT TIME(depending on her mood).\ni'm not sugggesting you any hit and run policy as you do not seem to be of that type. if needed you can contact me at aauumm_tatsat@yahoo.co.in. all the best
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For Muslims? yes\n\nWill she convert to your religion to prove her love? \n\nDoes not look like it otherwise you would not been asking this question.\n\nSo she keeps her religion first and you secondary .\n\nWhy she does not open her mind ? and convert to your religion?\n\nAll Muslims are going to tell you that you must convert . But it goes both ways.\n\nIf she wont be Muslim anymore You will not have any problem marrying her.\n\nThough under civil law you can marry her, without either of you converting.\n\nAfter marriage a girl is supposed to join husbands family, it looks like you want to do opposite.\n\nAre you sure about conversion? \n\nIf you convert then what? \n\nWhat Islam has in spiritual section which advait Vedanta does not cover ? We do not have a one book religion not narrow definitions. There is so much to learn that whole life time is short. But the freedom Hinduism gives is unique.\n\nYou will be just getting loosing your family and if your marriage somehow did not work, you will have already lost too much. Because the moment you leave your religion for marriage , you lost an identity , you had since birth.\n\nUnder civil law you both Will be better off. Nobody will be loosing his/her personal belief yet get full benefits.\n\nOr you care more for the relationship to continue than her?\n\nGet another Girl will be my suggestion If she insists that you should really convert.\n\nOtherwise you are going to end up frustated after a few years.
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If Gods love is in your heart, then you love everybody.  That kind of love isn't about lust though, so your results may vary....
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First, GOOD FOR YOU that you have decided to become a Christian! THat's wonderful! I know it is difficult, but yes, your religion will have an effect on your relationship. The opposite also holds true-- your relationship will have an effect on your religion. It sounds as if you really love your boyfriend. If I were in your situation, I would pray and sit him down. Explain to him how you feel and how important this is to you to raise your children this way. Your faith may prove to be a turning point for him. Your faith will mean that there will be things you should no longer do (such as premarital sex, etc). IS he willing to stand by you? You have to communicate with him. If he really loves you, it will be difficult, but he will respect your faith, even if he does not "buy into it" at this time. You also have to be prepared that he may not understand and may try to talk you out of it. Be strong and stay prayerful. Pray for him as well, that he may also find the Lord. Even if you break up, continue to lift him up in prayer. Pray for the strength to be true to your faith. I wish you the best of luck. I know it is a difficult path you are about to embark on. Be strong. God will not forsake you and you may lead your boyfriend to the Kingdom as well!!!
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May god help you in getting your love. How come there is no way ?? there has to be someway out. please find a way out to meet her or atleast talk to her. if possible make her frnds. but anyways.. if  there is no way u can see today .. i m sure if ur love is true u will find a way soon to your problem. Its only you who can help yourself. and if god wants you both to meet.. he will show u the way. \n\nAll the best\nMy prayers and wishes always with you.
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go an see maniratnams Bombay, my advice is dont change ur religion.. that will be stupid thing to do.\nToday u will change ur religion, next day u will change something else.. \nman u ask urself, do u love each other ? if yes, then why religion coming in between. U can even marry her without changing religion.\nTry to convince her the same, she is probably afraid of her society. Tell her not to worry as nothing complex will happen.\nYou both need not change anything just stay where u r, and love each other.
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As long as you truly love the girl, then I honestly don't think those other characteristics are a key priority in a relationship. She's out there somewhere for you :) but just remember, don't rush into marriage.