Dating someone from another faith, especially a Muslim, may pose great challenges but if you are determined, then there’s no hurdle great enough to stop you. One thing you should be aware of is that a Muslim’s values and beliefs differ greatly than anyone from another faith. Whatever your reason might be, proceed with caution. These tips would do wonders for you and your Muslim date if followed wisely.
Learning about Islam culture
To have a better understanding about their beliefs and values, it would be better if you research and enrich your knowledge about their religion, Islam. This will enlighten you about his/her faith and it will also guide you in relating and talking to him/her.
Respecting Muslim beliefs
Once you have a better knowledge and understanding about their faith, it would be easy for you to accept them and respect them. You have to respect the fact that this person is different, and like you, they are also foreign to your culture. Don’t insist or push your Muslim date into doing something that is against their belief. Respect their limitations and try to adapt to it. If you really like this person, you will accept him/her as they are and not try to change them for your convenience.
Respect his/her parents
Muslims have great respect for their parents as well as their elders. Show your respect to them and make sure to clarify your intentions to them before you go out with their son/daughter. Take extra precaution in dealing with Muslim parents especially if you are going out with their daughter. They may not approve of you since Muslims don’t allow marriages or relationships with someone who is not a Muslim, and you have to accept that. But don’t let it stop you from dating him/her as long as your intentions are clear. Good communication with her parents is your best option.
Talking to the person’s friends
There’s no better way of gathering information about your Muslim date than talking to his/her friends. Let them know your good intentions and they will surely tell you what you need to keep in mind when going out with their friend.
Choosing your topics wisely
Be sensitive to your date. Know that they are not like you who are free to talk about anything. Understand that some topics are taboo in their religion and you must be careful not to touch those. If possible, allow her to choose the topic or start the conversation. Be careful in expressing your opinions so as not to offend your date.
What NOT to eat in a Muslim household
Never eat meat when you’re with a Muslim date. This is the most horrible and biggest mistake you will ever commit if you went out with a Muslim. It is a general fact that Muslims don’t eat meat. And if you really respect him/her, it would be better to abstain from meat for that particular date. You don’t have to abstain when you’re not with her. But your Muslim date will surely appreciate it if you don’t eat meat in front of them.
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Alii / Woman / Likes Men / Single
ummm..
Quoting the 4th last line."It is a general fact that Muslims don’t eat meat"
im afraid u hav sum incorrect information ,muslims eat meat!!
cow, goat, chicken(not pork) untill and unless it is HALAL(a way in which the animal is slaughtered in the name of GOD Almighty).fish can be eaten otherwise.
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