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Can we date? I'm Buddhist but he's Druze :(

Can we date?

  • Yes

    Votes: 16 84.2%
  • No

    Votes: 3 15.8%

  • Total voters
    19

Dalia

Mahayana Zen Buddhist and some Shinto
Hello,
I was wondering if I could ask him out despite our different faiths, but can a Druze date a Buddhist? Because I'm buddhist, faith wise, I can date a Druze.
Oh and by 'date' I don't mean sex. I mean kissing, going out together, spending time with him, kiss him, hug him...
 

Godobeyer

the word "Islam" means "submission" to God
Premium Member
Hello,
I was wondering if I could ask him out despite our different faiths, but can a Druze date a Buddhist? Because I'm buddhist, faith wise, I can date a Druze.
Oh and by 'date' I don't mean sex. I mean kissing, going out together, spending time with him, kiss him, hug him...
After kiss and hug , if he like to continous to next step "sex", you will allow him ?
 

LuisDantas

Aura of atheification
Premium Member
From what I recall once being told, a fairly traditional approach for teenager dating in Muslim communities would be having the two meet in person in sight of their families, but at enough of a distance for their talk not to be easily heard.

It seems to me that the general idea is quite sound, at least for the first few dates.

And while it is really none of my business, at 14 it seems to me that you should probably not think too much about sex either way. You have quite a lot to learn from life and there is no need to hurry about sex.

Ultimately, that is really between you and your families, though.
 

Jainarayan

ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय
Staff member
Premium Member
In a year he will be an adult and she will still be a minor. In the US they can't legally go into the next state for a root beer without him being charged with breaking federal laws if they don't have her parents' written permission. Sex or no sex. If there's any hint that they've had sex he can be charged with statutory rape. I think it's a more serious issue than differences in religious beliefs. I think it's really not up to the girl's mother to decide if it's OK. If I were the boy's parent I would be concerned.
 

Kartari

Active Member
Hi Dalia,

First of all, please do not respond to anyone who asks you anything concerning sex if you're only 14 years old. If you have questions about it, I very strongly suggest speaking privately with your mother instead, or another close family member you trust if you'd prefer. You're only 14 years old, and you should really not be discussing your very personal business on a public forum.

Frankly, the posters here should not be asking you anything about that, in my honest opinion. In fact, I believe it is illegal to do so with minors... and thereby breaks the Forum Rules as well...

...

Concerning your original question of whether to date someone of a different faith (which is a more appropriate topic to discuss here), why do you think that might be a problem? Personally, as long as the other person's faith does not cause harm to others, I see zero problem with interfaith dating. You might teach each other a thing or two.
 
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Kartari

Active Member
Hi Godobeyer,

After kiss and hug , if he like to continous to next step "sex", you will allow him ?

I realize your intention is well meaning here, which is why I didn't click the Report button. But I have to say, I think it would be best if nobody pries into a 14 year old child's private life on a public forum. Quite frankly, it's a bit creepy... and maybe even illegal. Better off simply advising her to speak with her family about her private business imho.

Just a friendly caution.
 

Godobeyer

the word "Islam" means "submission" to God
Premium Member
Hi Godobeyer,



I realize your intention is well meaning here, which is why I didn't click the Report button. But I have to say, I think it would be best if nobody pries into a 14 year old child's private life on a public forum. Quite frankly, it's a bit creepy... and maybe even illegal. Better off simply advising her to speak with her family about her private business imho.

Just a friendly caution.
She already ask the advise about her privet life!
If you read my posts, I was thought "date" its all about sex, kiss and hug are introduction of that.

Unforuntelly,opinion the most of posters just get hasty to encourage that.
 
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Sleeppy

Fatalist. Christian. Pacifist.
Here's a better question:

@Dalia

Why did you present your question here, to strangers of varying religious beliefs?



You're going to date the boy, anyway-- unless some force apart from your intent dictates otherwise.

What's more important is actually @Godobeyer and @Kartari 's concern. You shouldn't be considering sex, until you both speak with your parents. These decisions will leave a lasting impact on the rest of your lives. But, chances are, your relationship will not last the rest of your lives. You'd be "lucky" to last a year or two in high school together.

Nevertheless, enjoying the company of a good friend is never questionable.
 
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Smart_Guy

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Premium Member
From the religious/belief point of view, as it seems what you're asking about, it is all up to you and your level of following your beliefs if there is anything not in favor of it. That specially applies if you're thinking of marriage.

In the dating level, you need to look into your religious views and decide yourself. Don't let others decide that for you, as your belief is yours and it's your responsibility to stick with it the way you believe in it.

Be very careful in this, Dalia. Responses could be from beliefs completely different than yours. It could give you advises against your beliefs that you may not want, depending on your views to the belief.

God bless.
 

Ana.J

Active Member
I am 100% sure that religion should not be a problem for 2 non-fanatic and conscious people
 
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