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Can you convert to Islam to marry someone?
Islam. In general, Islam allows for marriage between a man and woman as “believers”. Culturally, it is accepted that marriage between a follower of Islam (Muslim) and a Christian or Jew does not require conversion. And a believing slave is better than a polytheist, even though he might please you.
Do Muslims try conversion?
Islam. Islamic law prohibits forced conversion, following the Quranic principle that there is “no compulsion in religion” (Quran 2:256). However, episodes of forced conversions have occurred in the history of Islam.
Can a Muslim woman marry a Christian man?
Ustadha Raidah Shah Idil makes it clear that a Muslim woman cannot marry a Christian man. If a Muslim woman wants to marry a Christian man on the condition that he will allow their children to be practicing Muslims, and their life and all matters will be handled as per Islamic teaching, then is there an issue in getting married?
What is the difference between Islam and Christianity on religiously mixed marriages?
The difference between Islam and Christianity on religiously mixed marriages is simple. Islam allows Muslim men to marry Christian women, period. It does not allow a Christian man to marry a Muslim woman. So Islam’s alleged “openness” and tolerance” and “non-discrimination” is a one-way street.
What happens if I marry a non-Muslim man?
Your marriage contract to a non-Muslim man is invalid, causing your children to be born out of wedlock. Your unborn children will be innocent of your sin of zina, but they deserve a better start to life. Please read: Can I Claim a Child from an Illicit Relationship?
Does religion come between you when it comes to marriage?
A Muslim woman set to marry a Christian man worries about their different religions. Mariella Frostrup says it’s her family and partner who matter most Mariella Frostrup: ‘Religion may come between you, but then so could bathroom habits, competitive parenting or your work lives.’