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I like a Muslim...

In my country, anyone regardless of gender who married a Muslim is required to convert.
I don't think I'm up for that. But he's from Egypt so, idk man.
I mean, I love my roasted pork and am a Christian (though not baptized but still )

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SW-User

Required conversion should signal falsity. The good religion based on truth would never do this. Islam is highly suspect. That's what I'm saying.

Wraithorn · 51-55, M

So essentially you will be required to pretend that you believe in Islam. And he and his family will pretend that they believe you. 🤔

SW-User

You're changing your entire belief system for someone else, think about that for a second.

I'm an atheist but I would never ask a SO who wasn't one to stop believing, our beliefs are our personal thing, they're ours, and no one should get to automatically change them for us like that.. influence us, maybe, but not change, that only comes from us.

Also, please read up on Islam's stances on women, I don't think anyone would find those pleasant to convert to.. unless they deeply hate themsleves.

Softylips · 26-30, F

@SW-User I love my Chinese roasted pork too much to give up

SW-User

@Softylips Hey, if that reason is good enough for you, then it's as good as any.

malizz · 70-79, M

In the old days, the Catholics tried to convert anyone marrying them; it's why my uncle never married. He wouldn't do it.

Softylips · 26-30, F

@malizz some values just don't change

malizz · 70-79, M

@Softylips relations with Catholics have improved over the last generation.

The muslim religion is still relatively young and has not undergone reformation and moderation to the same extent as Christianity. Who knows in the future, but it may be too late for yourself.

unknownpoetx · 36-40, M

if you aren't baptised you are not a christian

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Softylips · 26-30, F

@unknownpoetx like, who are you to tell me what I believe in ? Are you saying that I can't believe in Jesus and God just because I'm not baptized.
Then you can't eat pizza cuz you're not Italian

unknownpoetx · 36-40, M

just read the bible you stupid. you can't change the doctrine of a church just because you don't like it. it's not how things work you moron

unknownpoetx · 36-40, M

BAPTISM the Christian religious rite of sprinkling water on to a person's forehead or of immersing them in water, symbolizing purification or regeneration and admission to the Christian Church. In many denominations, baptism is performed on young children and is accompanied by name-giving.

Northwest · M

1. You're way too young to be thinking about marriage.

2. Your country? Which one is that? Why would they require you to convert? Don't they have civil ceremonies?

3. If religion is important to him, and it's not your thing, then your relationship WILL fail.

Softylips · 26-30, F

@Northwest nah it's just a fleeting thought ....
I'm from Malaysia and I don't know what ceremony you're talking about but the thing here is that :
Anyone can convert to Islam here and no Muslim has ever succeeded in converting out of Islam. (The respective court here will never allow it)

Northwest · M

@Softylips Here's another fleeting thought: if the guy is from Egypt, and you just met him, AND he's pushing to take it to the next level, then he may be trying to use you to escape his life in Egypt. Not that you're not all that, and then some, but...

Ceremony, as in civil and not religious ceremony, where you don't declare a religion. Malaysia is a marriage destination, and you can get married there without declaring a religion (I witnessed one. I didn't think this applies to foreigners only, but even if that's the case, the guy is a foreigner).

Bottom line: if you choose a religious ceremony, for one of the main religions (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, etc.), than both parties must accept that religion, at a minimum for the purposes of the ceremony. This is not unique to Islam. The issue with Islam,in your country, is that you may not be able to uncovert.

Softylips · 26-30, F

I see, it's alright. I just met him and I have a crush on him so I just had this thought.
Conversion of faith is one water I don't want to touch. I love the way I am right now. Honestly I really don't mind marrying a Hindu or Sikh here. Just the Muslims...

GoodoldBob · 61-69, M

Let him convert instead.

TheGoodGuy · M

Go for it

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

hmm do you think that's gonna work out? I would never convert that's my faith and it's not going to change....

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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@Softylips and something to consider if you convert you could alienate your family from you and then he's got the power to do whatever, ask yourself why he's going after someone of a different faith to begin with, is he wanting a green-card or what?

Softylips · 26-30, F

Nonono, don't get me wrong. He's not a staunch Muslim himself.
It's just my country that makes this rule. Anyone can convert to Islam here but no Muslim can ever convert.
And can you believe that Muslims can just divorce via a text message here ??

cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

@Softylips wow, that little "no one can ever convert back" thing is something else. If you don't have faith in it you have to remain and be a hypocrit...wow.

hippyjoe1955 · 61-69, M

Do not be unevenly yoked. Islam is poison and you will be poisoned should you convert. Enjoy your pork chops instead.

Classified · M

I don't think it's a good idea either.
If you already know you're not up to that, maybe you can try to let it go or something :)

borntoruleyou · 31-35, M

Islam requires Muslims to marry Muslims only. I would love to marry my crush even if she is from whatever religion but i wouldnot let her convert if she doesn't beleive in my faith. Try to study Islam, if you find it true than convert else let the guy go. Forced conversion will never work.

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Softylips · 26-30, F

It's fine, I found out my crush is not a staunch follower of Islam which is good for me :)
No wonder he's so open minded

borntoruleyou · 31-35, M

I can't comment on Muslims marrying non Muslims. Its their personal choice. All i can say is wish you best of luck guys:).

unknownpoetx · 36-40, M

you did comment.

SW-User

Anything for love. I'm a romantic.

unknownpoetx · 36-40, M

@SW-User seriously?

SW-User

@unknownpoetx yeah.

meemo70 · 51-55, M

Where are you from?? What country?

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Softylips · 26-30, F

@JoyfulSilence you should come here if you have the chance. The US people love the sun and we have plenty 😂

JoyfulSilence · 46-50, M

I do not like the sun. I always wear a hat to protect my head from it.

meemo70 · 51-55, M

@Softylips I didn't know that you're required to convert to marry a Muslim in Malaysia! I know that Christian and Jew girls can marry Muslim men and keep their religion. This is the rule in Islam everywhere