Do you care if your SO is of a different religion?

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zed-789 · Accepted Answer

Yes. I am more spiritual than anything and really open minded to a lot of things. But I still have my boundaries on what I find to be disrespectful to my spiritual plane. (So if ur sacrificing kittens, I’m not really down for that) I have found that even though I am respectful towards people being super religious and having a one sided mind on what they believe, others do not respect the fact that I don’t share that notion. It always ends up being this challenge to try and convert me to their religion which gets annoying quick.

jennifer_bloom · Accepted Answer

Most of the guys I like are Christian or Catholic but I’ve liked guys from other faiths before because I care more about a man’s morals and ability to express love than I do about his theological orientation. While religion is important, I believe God loves people from all religions and not just mine.

HawkPerception · Accepted Answer

Absolutely. I've tried dating Christians and Catholics over the years but their beliefs heavily conflict with my non religious beliefs.

I have one belief when it comes to relationships. Chemistry... real chemistry is when there are SIMILARITIES between you and your partner. That means similar VIEWS, similar INTERESTS, similar WAY OF COMMUNICATING, similar SENSE OF HUMOR, etc. If you don't have the same views on religion and stuff that could affect how you raise your kids in the future, don't do it. Just my opinion.

Sensmind · Accepted Answer

That is a tough one - Unless you are very religious and it is an issue before a relationship starts but that is a different debate for the couple - Most of the rest of us would like to take the high ground and say not a problem - But in reality things sneak in, stuff like kids, how do we raise them , where do we live , how do we live - So it is not as simple "Yeah, I am down with most things "

Anonymous · Answer

Yes i care

I once had a boyfriend who was muslim

I asked him if he can see me in his future.
He told me that he can't be with me for many years, because i am not muslim. So i have to convert in the future.

Half of my family is muslim and half is not. So when i was little, i used to be both muslim and catolik. But then i changed and choosed to only be a protestant.

I told him that i don't want to convert in the future and become a muslim.

So we broke up

I guess since i don't want to be a muslim, i am never gonna date a muslim, cause its just gonna end anyway.

For me, its easier to date someone who is christian.

melanieeeB · Answer

Depends like I figure out I don't get along that well with Muslims, we just have complete opposite opinions and Christians are fine to some extent but well I'm not religious at all and I don't see myself in any group thing sooo yeah.. but thankfully religion wasn't a problem yet

silvermoon84 · Answer

I do actually. I don’t care how often he goes to church or what denomination he is, I just want him to be Christian. On the other hand however I don’t want him to be so Christian that he throws the book and passes judgment on everything. My Christian faith is a big part of my life but there’s a big difference between being strong in your faith and being a bigoted blind religious fanatic

JackSmy · Answer

I don't follow any "religion" any more. I was raised Christian, but there was too much Hypocrisy, and I had to find another way.
As long as we can discuss, and she does not expect me to conform to her beliefs/religion, we can be fine.
I have met, and dated some, with their own Way, and we have had great discussions, and found that we really believe the same, but maybe with different names, or slightly different aspects, but all have been compatible.

ImpMontezuma · Answer

No at all. In fact, I find that kind of difference exciting :) I think it can bring different perspectives to my life. But well, I guess it can end up being annoying if she "insist" on converting me ^^" But if she doesn't, I would even see it as a pro.

Diaforos22 · Answer

I've never dated anyone who was very strictly following any religion. That being said, I'm agnostic and I've dated Christians, Muslims, pagan Wiccans, and Buddhists. I never cared one way or the other and they were fine that I don't affiliate with their religion. Maybe they would have cared if they were very strictly following their religion. I just try to date people who are accepting of differing beliefs. As long as they don't try and judge me for having differing beliefs or anyone else for that matter, I have no issue with dating someone of any religion

ZackBan · Answer

Only if they are actually religious about it.

Meaning I don't care as long as they like me see religion as an afterthought, something made by man to control others.

That's not to say I don't belive a the creator but to me God is a three letter word that simplifies something much bigger and beyond our understanding but that doesn't mean I will allow that lack of understanding to enable a group of humans to control my life.

Adam1978 · Answer

Not because of the fact, but if she really is a believer it would lead to discussion I rather not have with a partner. I will just piss her off. It's a no win situation. So she really needs to keep it to herself, and not get into religious topics and trying to sway my opinion or get support about her beliefs. It will just cause friction.

Kabluie · Answer

Doesn't matter to me. Although i'll admit if they are the same it does make it way easier to go to church and do the usual things. Like when I visit another country for the first time I do try to go to church on Sunday to experience it. So these aspects make the SO gel easily.

Early on in college I was open to going anywhere if i was invited and that allowed me to experience different religions including non-demonation.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

The Missus is Buddhist. Where some in her family are Christian.
I'm a tolerant and 'unconventional' Christian.
We have no frictions because we tolerate the other one in any way, and don't impose stuff on each other - although we sometimes talk about our views.
Recently, we went to a temple because she wanted to 'make merit'. I joined and offered a prayer to my own God.
Where is the problem.

FreyaRed · Answer

With exception of Muslims which are undatable for me, I don't care.

jmr2191 · Answer

Yes, religion is a core value of mine and a SO of a different religion would be a deal breaker- especially in the long run. Otherwise, I'm not particularly picky, as long as she's a good person.

Screenwriter · Answer

It's according to if the SO is seriously religious or simply spiritual.

If someone is dedicated to their faith more than to anything else, it would be a problem as I am more spiritual than anything and dogmatic people are not my kind.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

Yes, I care, but it is not necessarily a deal breaker. It depends on the other religion and how zealous she is about it.

Anonymous · Answer

I can't stand dating a Muslim or even being friends with them. Saying this as an ex Muslim. Other religions do not matter to me because they have less potential to be crazy.

desidoll · Answer

Yes, it is very important to me. I won’t marry a non-believer. I want my children to be Christians too.

DaisyM23 · Answer

I wouldn’t mind as long as they’re not forceful or pushy with their religion, like they want me to convert or use their religion to excuse stuff

AaronKrieger · Answer

My current SO is of a different religion, so no, not that much. I do a little, but not signifficantly.

rodeschaap · Answer

No, as long as he respects that I don't share his beliefs

Agape93 · Answer

Nope. Long as my beliefs are respected and I’m not expected to convert to their ideologies, I don’t give a shit

menina · Answer

I have no religion but I would respect his. As long as he didn't force me into believing in his religion we would be fine.

Grond21 · Answer

It's very important to me that she be of the same religion. It's one of the biggest obstacles, or challenges. Depending on how you look at it

etexbearkat · Answer

Different denomination, no. If they’re Catholic or Eastern Orthodox, I’m running in the other direction in terms of dating. Anyone I date must be a Protestant. That’s a non-negotiable.

FunnyLady · Answer

No, I don’t care about dating someone from another religion, unless he a satanist. It can make for an interesting relationship.

kkirk4442 · Answer

I would not date outside of my religion, as I want that to be a unifying point, not a negative or distraction in my relationship.

hela1110 · Answer

Yes and in my religion , he has to have the same beliefs

BCA6010 · Answer

So long as our long term goals and worldview coincide nicely, not really.

Inexpensivefurniture · Answer

Not at all, as long as they aren't expecting me to convert or regularly go with them to church/mass/temple

TacosRAwesome · Answer

Depends on how involved in the religion he is. I am a non practicing Roman Catholic and would like to keep it that way.

clampfan101 · Answer

I’m a Christian and want to raise my children as Christians, so yes. It definitely matters when it comes to my SO.

little_rose · Answer

As long as they respect my choice of being an atheist and don't try to force me into joining any sort of religion etc I have no problem with their beliefs

pink_and_inlove · Answer

No my boyfriend is a Christian but I’m not religious just spiritual I feel bad for not being a Christian though and I wish that I could see it being true but I can’t to me god is just god.

Shihab91 · Answer

I'm not very religious. But still i believe in the basics and i don't cross the red lines so i prefer a woman from the same religion ( islam ) , unless she is non- muslim but share some of our values then that's fine.

Sonorous · Answer

Oh yeah! I'd wanna be with someone that I could laugh at religion with.

WesBrewer · Answer

I don’t mind that much, but it’ll be a big deal when we get to marriage.

KatherineJ · Answer

Yes. I mean his beliefs have to be similar to mine.

Anonymous · Answer

I do care. I would prefer to date someone who isn't religious or someone who isn't very religious.

Kas19 · Answer

I don't date most religious folk. I'd date a Buddhist tho

jshm2 · Answer

Well... you should. As if your religions are different, then your values will be too.

Rangers · Answer

I'd care about as much as I care about who won golf today. As long as they have established positive morals, which my girlfriend does, we're good.

Anonymous · Answer

Depends on the religion... Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Hindu, atheist yes... maybe some others if I knew something about them might be okay. I would not date a Muslim because that religion turns me off.

_Troian_ · Answer

I am born in Muslim family, I don't care about my SO's religion.. she can whorship to a spagetti god if she wants to lol.

cth96190 · Answer

Yes, it matters. The Bible prohibits being “yoked unequally”.

IveGotNoName · Answer

No, as long as they don't try to change the fact that I am atheist.

Alexandrubaschet08 · Answer

No, but i want a religios ceremony so, one of use will need to change it if we want that to happen

CrypticViper · Answer

Not at all, as long as our beliefs don't buttheads or we try converting each other it's good.

John_Doesnt · Answer

I'd rather she be a different religion than a Trump supporter.

CallmeTheKnight · Answer

As long as she can respect me and my spiritual background, then no.

ohhhhhlord · Answer

No I believe in Christ but every one is entitled to their own beliefs Why would religion be a problem

najekim · Answer

Nope. Wife is considered Southern Baptist but being with me she has learn how useless and fake religion actually is.

admles · Answer

As an atheist, born and raised, my SO would have to be either atheist or Buddhist. So glad my girl is atheist!

Dchrls78104 · Answer

I'm a Christian and I'd rather have a girl who shares my Christian beliefs and values.

Glasgow55 · Answer

My wife's catholic & I'm deist, so no, I don't care.

TheFlak38 · Answer

yes I care. she must be a Jedi Knight. Like my father before me.

kellytheman · Answer

No I don't care if she has a religion because I not religious myself

Archerer · Answer

Yes I do care, I would not date anyone who is religious, I can’t imagine it at least.

more_than_a_guy · Answer

Don't care if they are secular like me. It's difficult if they are believers, even if it's my religion

Cowboy6666 · Answer

I haven't/dont cared about it, even i would sleep/date with an atheist

msc545 · Answer

No as long as she doesn't push it on me, and isn't a cult member.

innerman · Answer

How will you pray like before a meal... as in what side will you teach your kids 😇

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