| Feb 26, 2006 @ 6:08 PM |
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Dad2Four44
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Is Religion/Faith a major deciding factor on choosing to get to know a person?
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| Feb 26, 2006 @ 6:13 PM |
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sciurusniger
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Only if their religion/faith is so dogmatic that the bulk of our conversations are spent in vain attempts to convert me.
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| Feb 26, 2006 @ 8:49 PM |
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jazzy73703
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Hmmm, well, yes. I definitely prefer someone of the christian faith. I wouldn't go out with someone that studies Islam or anything like that. Each to their own, but I'd prefer someone with beliefs similar to mine. Now, that is, if I'm searching for something long term and permanent.
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| Feb 26, 2006 @ 11:30 PM |
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Angel54214
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I believe spirituality is utmost important if one partner is. That person would most likely want compatibility in a spiritual partner. Religion practices can help contribute to a more understanding part in a relationship if both have the same beliefs. Going to church together, church functions and bible study classes if religion is practiced on regular basis.
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| Feb 26, 2006 @ 11:44 PM |
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MotherNatures
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Getting to know someone? No.
I am very comfortable befriending someone of any faith (or lack thereof)
Building a life together, on the other hand.. Ehh? My Protestantism, is pretty obvious. And having different ideals regarding sacrament and idol worship, could probably have a few disagreements with someone of Catholic, or Fundie values.
I can handle it, but after a few times of calling me a damn heathen, and me telling, him to shoove his wafer up his... Uhhh..
Well, ya get my point *grin*
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 2:04 AM |
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Silvertongue62
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Only if their religion/faith is so dogmatic that the bulk of our conversations are spent in vain attempts to convert me.
ROFLMAO.......
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 1:04 PM |
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Jankia
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It doesnt make any difference to me if you are religious or not.
I would want you to have faith in God but its not up to me to decide that for you.
I would demand that our children attend Sunday school so that they could learn and decide for themselves.
After my children were confirmed by the church I told them they didnt have to attend services with me anymore and it was up to them to go if they wanted to.
They were educated enough to make there own decisions.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 1:05 PM |
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exiled131
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as long as they don't want me to participate in any of their cult...i mean church activities, they can do whatever they want. churches are cults so i meant cults there.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 2:10 PM |
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7eternity
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Is Religion/Faith a major deciding factor on choosing to get to know a person?
Religion/Faith will not stop me from getting to know anybody. I'm opened-minded and like to talk about everything with friends and acquaintances. To choose my partner, yes it would be a factor, but that doesn't mean I couldn't fall for an atheist either. 
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 2:11 PM |
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Thunderscribe
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Only if they preclude sex in their belief.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 2:13 PM |
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kattsmeow
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For me, yes. I want some one that believes what I do.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 2:57 PM |
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peaches_n_cream2002
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I have amazing friendships with people of nearly every major faith and belief system. I can and do make friends with anyone in any walk of life.
But a serious relationship and marriage is reserved for someone with the same beliefs as I have. My faith is important to me and it's something I want to share with my husband, something we have in common. I also want to raise our children in our faith as well. Therefore, faith is of the utmost important in determining who I'll marry.
Also, where they stand on their chosen faith system. I am a Christian, but I'm no conservative republican. I could never marry a Pat Robertson carbon copy. It would have to be someone with whom was not just a Christian, but was on the same page as I was regarding major life issues.
In fact, anyone know where I could find a Christian socialist? That would make me happy. 
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 4:07 PM |
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Magickman
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"Is Religion/Faith a major deciding factor on choosing to get to know a person?"
To get to know a person, it is not so important. But to have a successful relationship, religious gals do not seem to work for me.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 4:14 PM |
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TiNkErGrRrRrR
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Wouldn`t really matter to me as long as they didn`t try to push their religion on me. 
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 8:07 PM |
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AngelLight
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I am personally drawn towards, and feel most comfortable with, someone who is spirituality is eclectic.
edited typo 
[Edited on 2/27/2006 9:41 PM]
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 10:40 PM |
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Say_Yes
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It is a huge issue for me. I am not religious and it seems that people of faith have this mission to save me. I don't care what anyone else believes and I won't ever try to influence that. For people of faith though, that does not seem to be an option.
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| Feb 27, 2006 @ 10:50 PM |
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Jankia
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For people of faith though, that does not seem to be an option.
I'm not cutting into your post at all and i do understand what your trying to say...
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This would be correct...
For SOME people of faith though, that does not seem to be an option.
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| Feb 28, 2006 @ 11:39 AM |
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DwainP50
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For better or for worse, religion is associated with commitment, which isn't what everyone on the dating scene is after. If you're interested in someone seriously, a shared faith is going to be more important than if you're just casually dating—and so it'll come up sooner. Not on the first date but down the line when a friendship is combine with an exclusive relationship. 
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| Feb 28, 2006 @ 11:42 AM |
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DwainP50
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Sorry sent twice!
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| Feb 28, 2006 @ 12:05 PM |
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arn_arn
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religion/ faith is not a big deal in getting to know people in general but I feel it is important in dating and more intimate relationships as it is somewhat a reflection of your values.
If you are only out for casual dating and good times, no it would not matter, just as it would not matter in co-workers or the work place... or in very casual, superfical, social type friendships.
If you are choosing to spend a lot of time with someone on a very personal and possibly intimate level, yes it would matter.
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