My Muslim Heart: Dating Outside My Faith (Dating Documentary) | Real Stories

Hidden Heart follows the stories of three second-generation British Muslim women who find love outside their faith. The film delves intimately into their struggle to reconcile modernity with tradition; their internal conflicts and their fear of ostracism and sheds light on the hidden tensions in our modern society between integration and tradition and the people who are at the heart of it. The film explores a new vision of cultural identity, defying the notion of a so-called 'clash of cultures' and challenging barriers to understanding between different communities. Although focusing on the lives of British men and women, the film will strike a chord with any and all of those around the world living in a tight-knit community, under pressure to maintain their identity.
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[@keepitpg6807]

I would never change my religion for a men . No men is worth that , love yourself first

[@iba6947]

That's the thing u don't change ur religion for another human being. It is Allah who guides whom he wills. And if He wants u to change ur religion and become a Muslim then He will through another person or just like that without anyone telling u to become a Muslim. So it's really not up to us, it's Allah. That's why we Muslims r extremely grateful and thankful for Islam bcuz Allah has chosen us to worship Him and guided us to Him. Idk if you understand but I just try to give you our Muslims perspective to it

[@bladedge3183]

Exactly. Non Muslim women should also respect themselves and their families and never marry Muslim men or convert just to get married to them...

[@maryamali3347]

I must respectfully clarify that the assertion presented contains misinformation. The issue at hand is not a reflection of the religion Islam but rather cultural practices prevalent in specific regions and communities, particularly in the Subcontinent and Arab cultures. As an African Muslim, I can attest that no one is compelling me to marry a cousin or relative, nor are parents arranging marriages for me. It's crucial to understand that cultural practices can differ significantly across various regions and communities, even within the same religious framework. Islam, as outlined in the Quran and the teachings of our Prophet, promotes independence for women and does not endorse compulsion in matters such as marriage. It's essential to differentiate between cultural norms and religious principles, as misrepresentation can lead to misunderstandings. I hope this clarification helps provide a more accurate perspective on the matter.

[@ankhmorpok1497]

So you'rre basically saying everything good is from religion and everything bad is from culture? How realistic is that position? For example, arranged marriage is as Islamic as it is a part of Desi or Arab culture. Especially for girls. Both our culture and religion encourage communal and familial obligations over the individuality we find in the West.

[@JH-zs3bs]

When it comes to Islam vs Culture, the rule to follow is almost always: Everything good came from the culture that place had before Islam, everything bad comes from Islam.

[@Sara-eo8py]

To an extent ur right, but the thing is people have to realize there is nothing wrong with arranged marriages. This is very different from a forced marriage and people need to realize that. I also wanted to say that this video is about women dating outside of their faith. The two problems here is that they are dating, which is the issue and is haram, and second, they are getting with people outside of their faith which is veryyy haram. As muslim women, we are not allowed to marry a non muslim man, only muslim men are allowed to do that (marry women from monotheistic religions). So the fact that people are taking it as Islam doesn’t accept l Muslims to marry others from different cultures and ethnicities is pissing me off. Its actually totally okay, and Muslims from all backgrounds should be treated equally, it’s just the only thing that’s not allowed is that, like mentioned earlier, Muslim women cannot marry non Muslim men. Period. Otherwise it the marriage isn’t valid and she’ll be living the rest of her life in haram.

[@sapnaseb9709]

Ok great did u know quran.permits men to have sxx with girl children before puberty?

[@theporkiestpie8416]

​@@Sara-eo8py "Racism bad, religious based sexism and Misogyny good." -You

[@HanifaZazai-ml8fg]

Growing up here in western world made me even stronger in faith Alhamdulillah. Islam made me a better person, a better human being, and my life is thankfully the best today as I got a good husband a beautiful kids and a loving family, all thanks to Allah the almighty

[@user-sc3gn6be3h]

So what. There are millions of good people either a hood husband/wife and beautiful kids …all this without any ULlah!

[@Mel-yv8mw]

​@@user-sc3gn6be3hbut western Christian countries have thé highest rate of divorce and broken homes 😂😂😂😂

[@Petitemuslimah215]

Mashallah happy for you ❤

[@junaid195]

lol inferior

[@babdullah5025]

​@@junaid195don't be jealous

[@holamad]

Forced marriage is illegal in the UK. This includes: taking someone overseas to force them to marry (whether or not the forced marriage takes place) arranging a marriage for someone who lacks mental capacity (whether they’re pressured to or not) arranging a marriage for someone before they turn 18 Forcing someone to marry can result in a sentence of up to 7 years in prison.

[@mercurys2333]

Forced marriage is also prohibited in Islam. I think the documentary should have highlighted that the forced marriage was based on the (Moroccan/Indian) culture- not Islam. It is not allowed to force a girl to marry someone she does not wish to marry.

[@What_do_you_want.]

@@mercurys2333 and also it isn't allowed to marry outside religion.

[@seanou2837]

@@What_do_you_want. which is a good thing. Marrying outside of your faith is a horrible idea and more often than not it will fail.

[@mikidias]

​@@mercurys2333 Even it's not allowed in Islamic religion, still the reality is that kind of situations happen a lot, because they don't follow the religion, but they follow only their own culture and own interests 👊🏻 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@jaijai5250]

@@mikidiasexactly. It’s annoying when people pretend those atrocities don’t happen. Forces marriages do occur due to culture, and control.

[@wolverinescratch]

Married outside of my culture, reverted to Islam and never looked back since alhamduillah

[@irshannawaz5042]

❤❤❤

[@What_do_you_want.]

Mashallah ❤🙂

[@admiral20055]

ALLHAMDULILAH. tHIS ARE VERY WEAK MUSLIMS. without Imaan.

[@christopherasuncion4671]

Wait till you try to leave the religion and culture.

[@wolverinescratch]

@@christopherasuncion4671 I won't leave Christopher that's what you don't get and never will

[@michellestlicitra9105]

Thank you for sharing❣️ Wishing both couples all The Best…Love Wins♥️

[@paulas.5964]

What a sad but beautiful ending to these (3) young ladies lives! I wish they would show how they are doing now. May they be happy in their lives along with their hubby's ❤️❤️

[@veev2561]

E girls chose the safety to began, they will get protection in the us. Human women girls are not animals. Show saudi, pakistani,Asian men ,whats up in the us

[@feraiivie]

@@Eli_Muwahhid are you serious??? Omg

[@MelissaMoreno-uv2vo]

@@Eli_Muwahhid what's the source?

[@YakubKang]

@@Eli_Muwahhid wtf is that true?

[@YakubKang]

@@Eli_Muwahhid is there a link to a newspaper or something?

[@Missreepee]

My brother converted to marry a Muslim girl. His heart wasn't in it. He didn't go to the mosque or learn the prayers. He converted for the sole purpose of marrying her. Eventually they got divorced and that was the end of his brush with Islam! He later got married again to a Christian girl and has two beautiful children.

[@Geniere10]

Thank goodness. Religion of “peace” always converting others through manipulation, force or violence.

[@Leenalast90]

He is a hypocrite, he shouldn’t have converted to Islam if his heart wasn’t in it

[@Kachaknaini]

What a relief, Leaving Jesus and in to a cult could never calm his inside.

[@What_do_you_want.]

Well she can charge him for fraud if he pretend to be muslim for marriage but now they are divorced.

[@Hausa-Fulani]

That’s all on him.

[@MPM_News]

It all matters on how much you, personally, want religion to be a part of your day to day lives.

[@Mashmarriner69]

The only reason anyone would want Religion to be part of their life that badly, is if they have been indoctrinated from a young age.

[@purgetheheretic]

The problem occurs when others want to impose how much religion should be part of your life, as this film shows. That is the tragedy.

[@Adultwomanlol]

@@purgetheheretic as if y'all don't force your lack of beliefs onto us too. I don't believe in compulsion, to force me to wear the hijab or to take it off. Fyi I wear the hijab and plenty of you zealots have abused me to take it off. Why?

[@Ali-ds5iy]

Exactly, this is the problem in west They want you to leave your roots and become irreligious, otherwise you are shunned, thats what most women are saying here.

[@Ali-ds5iy]

@@purgetheheretic The problem in the west is of Islamophobia. They want to shun it and adopt their culture otherwise you are shunned from society.

[@monicacosby4605]

Tyrannical parents are ungodly. Inhuman , God is NEVER THAT

[@keef78]

God isn't a tyrant?!?! LOL.

[@katiefountain2407]

​​@@keef78no he isn't. People are. The problem in this world is wicked people....... Not god. The wicked always try to say the Lord is on their side....... When they don't bother to listen to anything he's telling them to do.

[@user-no5vv4bb6e]

No, you're talking about a god your religion fed you.

[@saidhashi2856]

A God who folows your desires is Not God. The True God is the one created you from a clot of blood and laid down rules for you to follow and submit to His will. Not your own will. That is what it means to be a servant of the Lord. You serve the Lord Not your desires and lust.

[@ashtart1744]

@@saidhashi2856 created you from a clot of blood ? Whoever bealives to such absurdity must be really insane !

[@Anne-ee1pw]

One of the best documentaries I’ve seen to date. I love all these strong women and their true husbands. That is what’s needed to raise loving families.

[@babyofmyfamily]

Yes indeed. I have so much respect for them. They are for sure STRONG 👸🏾👸🏽👸🏿👸🏼👸 QUEEN'S!!!!

[@Soji-Liberte]

❤❤❤❤

[@saidhashi2856]

There is Nothing respectful of being a repel of culture or religion. "As the old African wisdom goes: The one who leaves his culture is a slave" because you adopt someone else's culture by making yourself beholden to them.

[@johnstanley7874]

You are either moving towards Allah Subhan Wa' taa'la, or away from Him. He left the choice in our hands. This life is a test.

[@Salafi2]

True brother may Allah keep you firm

[@smileyface8412]

You couldnt have said it any better brother

[@abdulazizalzut8963]

This is why it is important for parents to beet their disobedient daughters and not let them out of the house unaccompanied. If you follow Islam properly your children will turn out ok.

[@johnstanley7874]

@@abdulazizalzut8963 Parents need to be good examples themselves for their children. No beating is required.

[@abdulazizalzut8963]

@@johnstanley7874 if something works you stick with it.

[@robertmahler8894]

These women are very courageous and fortunate that the men in their families did not kill them!

[@sashsash6679]

Well maybe that's because their dad's aren't drunk football hooligans and know how to be civilised and come round. They welcomed the spouses at the end of the day.

[@robertmahler8894]

@@sashsash6679 The last thing I would call these men is civilized! They still live as if it is the 7th century, and think that half the society, women are a necessary evil without any rights, and their only value comes with virginity or childbearing.

[@goodvibes5559]

Life is giving by God nobody has the right to take it away

[@gafak47]

😅@@sashsash6679

[@baxterbunch]

@@sashsash6679ever heard of honour killing? I’ve never heard of that in any other community…

[@stephanielloyd6188]

What an amazing enlightening documentary. I was absolutely glued to this

[@DharmYogi]

Elaberate

[@beonlife3283]

The seat of both love and faith is the ♥️ Beautiful documentary on a very important topic, thanks to all the portrayed women for this openness🌼Many faiths propagate same-faith-marriages, but it is really a regulation which needs to be discussed!

[@n.m6249]

Wonderful doc, individualism vs collectivism, modernism vs traditional. Im from Africa and im quite modern but i can see culture clashing, collectivism is about your family and society, your personal opinions don't matter, you have to please everyone but yourself. Individualism is about self, self improvement, independent, individual opinion. Im married to a white European man and im black African, it takes a lot of work mentality, emotionally, physically, financially. Love is a powerful force, you can move across the world for love. Beautiful stories ❤️

[@VillagegirlinNorway]

Well said

[@sharynkhan1104]

We are a melting pot of culture, religion and colour and that for me is just perfect.

[@rosahacketts1668]

I just think life for Asians be they of Indian or Pakistani heritage is difficult for them living in the West. And I have found most people who convert only do it to be accepted by the other and not because they really believe.

[@Basementdweller9]

Don't include hindi indians

[@inspirationalguy81]

True, as Hindus are "anything goes".

[@user-mc5fc1zj2j]

Only in Muslim families.

[@c3realK1ll4h]

​@@Basementdweller9 indians do practice this culture, especially sikhs

[@karajo77]

Interesting that Islamic man are allowed to marry outside their faith, but women are not allowed to do the same....?? Women have to be covered completely and men can be in shorts and wear revealing clothes, smoke, drink alcohol with NO problems... So, this is not oppressive to women?

[@deborafernandes1026]

some lefties will say no

[@KushQueen9]

Thank you!!

[@noreenbi9079]

Not really they tell the women 2 convert. And even them most families are not happy about it. Only cos u don't know the truth. Second guessing as always

[@irshannawaz5042]

Your understanding is wrong ,do proper research and then comment.

[@What_do_you_want.]

Shut up 🤫☕ Men aren't allowed to wear short, drink alcohol or marry a Pagan Polytheistic women.

[@teresabarrett3266]

Excellent film. I love the freedom these two women have coming from Muslim families. This was very interesting. Thankx for sharing your smiles and your stories. All the best to each of you and your whole family. ☮️❤️☮️❤️☮️❤️☮️❤️☮️🇺🇸

[@jamila442]

In Islam, both women and men have the right to choose their partners as long as it acceptable according to Islamic guidelines.

[@pearlupthejunction]

If you introduce your children to another culture, you must accept that your children may fall in love with someone from a different faith.

[@musk4264]

And then it all starts...

[@georgia8953]

Beautiful stories , thank you for sharing and letting love win.❤

[@jillolearyhepburn5202]

Thank you so much for being so brave to share your stories with us.

[@viewerabundzu6887]

The true authentic love of a woman for the man she chooses is one of the most powerful emotions on earth. With this exclusive love, a man will be blessed, supported, revered, and naturally served, because she believes in him..but it must be her choice. Blessed are the men who are truly loved by a woman.

[@user-gn2yu6yg5k]

Yo a genius

[@davidmurphy4676]

Is there a similar vid dealing with the muslim ladies who had to convert to Christianity ?

[@mohammadalhoshan8196]

@@davidmurphy4676 Extremely unlikely. Apostasy in Islam can easily get you killed. If not, then definitely disowned and shunned by everyone, with no possibility of rapprochement.

[@shanaz3]

Unfortunately they will both probably end up getting cheated on many times because these men will know that they will never leave and be accepted by their families again or community

[@shanaz3]

@@davidmurphy4676doesn’t happen 😂

[@dentrout9383]

This was the perfect day to see this! ❤❤❤

[@giankirusso]

Good on you ladies Great watch. Thankyou

[@PurePeacePower]

I'm so happy that all three of these kind, conscientious, intelligent, beautiful Muslim girls are happily with or married to the men they fell in love with. They deserve it after all those years of struggles and heartbreak.

[@wingsoffreedom3589]

Marriage will probably still fail

[@career5690]

@@wingsoffreedom3589Ouch

[@wingsoffreedom3589]

@@katiefountain2407 said like a naive optimist

[@khallidium]

"muslim"

[@saidhashi2856]

There is Nothing Islam in that. They are basically saying 'we follow our will, Not God's will'.

[@anthonybritti27]

At a certain point in one's life, one must accept the realization of being an adult, and then actually make an adult decision. If you want to marry someone, then do it and deal with the consequences in a mature manner. Being of the same religion is not a prerequisite to a happy or a successful marriage. Love and respect for one another are necessary. I am a Christian married to a Hindu. I've never made my wife do anything she hasn't wanted to do, and nor have I ever prevented her from doing anything she has truly wanted to do. By the love and grace of God, we have had a wonderful marriage now for 47 years..

[@channelpanda_t]

How did you bring up your kids knowing that they have parents with different faith?

[@christopherasuncion4671]

Other religions can co-exists, but definitely 1 cannot. With corruption, money and propaganda they are being moved around the globe to destabilise and conquer in an unconventional invasion.

[@rubybakir4998]

You compromised your faith, as Muslims we cannot do this. There are rules and regulations, you obey God's commands or don't. its your choice, there is a reaction for every action. Kids brought up in a household like yours will bound to have a rebound effect due to thee confusion and non religious foundation built by the father.

[@JH-zs3bs]

@@rubybakir4998Nah, they just have a better, more moral and more compassionate religion than you. Its always a joke when Muslims quote the Quran saying "it is made the deen easy for people not hard" when it takes the most simple and beautiful thing in life like falling in love and makes it incredible hard and painful.

[@saidhashi2856]

​@@JH-zs3bs Easy deen..... does Not mean or include giving in to your base desires and lust. God ordered for piety, self control and respect for religious sanctities. It's what you get when you say you are a Muslim. That's the deal. And Islam is Not by compulsion. It's personal choice. You are free to adopt something else which is Not Islam. But don't claim to be Muslim while doing the opposite of a Muslim should be doing. Rather a straight unbeliever than a Two-faced hypocrite. Besides that; under Islamic rule, that lady is living in sin, by marrying a non muslim, which is Not counted as legal marriage in Islam. But she still remains Muslim, so long as she does her other obligations like praying 5 times a day and believing in God and his messengers. She is technically Muslim, but in a sinful situation. And if she repents and changes her ways, God is merciful and accepts repentance. But if she persists on her ways, God will deal with her in manner which He only dims fit.

[@misbahailia3345]

7:05 Thats awesome. He's preventing you from a traumatic experience Masha'Allah. Which In many British fashion magazines i've read, I've realised it happens to all cultures. I really like how protective your Dad is, and how he's not saying "don't play with your male cousins". He says "play under my eupervision". Plus he's not one sided. He's protective with all guys in general.

[@maxipower6932]

Love is real. Service to one another in love within the bond of a family is real. Real is when they care for each other in sickness. Love is the only thing that matters. There are many gods in the world. On close inspection they are all man made. It only wraps its tentacles around loving people who do not question but pray, pay and obey. Religion is what make this world to stink. Of course there is a loving creator, we are all connected to that entity. There is definite incredible power granted to us individually, one of the greatest is the power of discernment. The scales fall off one's eyes when one begins to "see". I am very happy with these beautiful and incredibly intelligent women. I had to shed one or two tears of joy for you.

[@rashaadmalik]

“and the greatest of these is love”

[@Ratinevo]

I wish they covered men’s side of the story.

[@northernstar7162]

Yes. We need to know both sides of the story.

[@monicacosby4605]

There IS only one side

[@wingsoffreedom3589]

Based

[@Ratinevo]

@@monicacosby4605 That’s the problem.

[@tayaribenjamin1248]

It did. It was said that men can marry out of the Muslim faith so, they're not having this problem.

[@maxdok10]

Religion is important but the most important thing is that we are all human beings created from one source.

[@Fundamental_Islam.]

And Creator is more important

[@Eirileat]

I have to admire these couples. I totally get this struggle as a Catholic who fell in love with a Hindu. We are told to love our neighbour. It takes courage to put aside differences and plough forward.

[@zdh7394]

I really connected with their stories as a 1st gen immigrant. I appreciate their honesty and vulnerability. Especially the girl who married the guy called Anthony, I thought she was especially authentic and you could see in her eyes the pain from what she went through. I feel inspired by their strength to never give up on living life on your own terms.

[@GT-mc9eg]

As someone who comes from a religious and strict Arab family. Family don't speak to me after marrying my husband. It's been years since we last spoke.

[@What_do_you_want.]

Good for them, If my sister or daughter choose to marry a non-Muslim i will gonna disown her. They have right to whomever they want but within Muslim community.

[@xatos1788]

​@@What_do_you_want.Yes brother indeed It is good to see this video didn't misguide the muslims...........

[@xatos1788]

@Eli_Muwahhid As muslims we believe one should convert only when he finds truth , we believe islam is essential for eternal paradise , converting only for marriage isn't going to save you in the hereafter

[@abhinashkumar3161]

Wow

[@saneraalta00]

Hi there 🥰 Is your husband Christian? And if you don’t mind me asking are your kids raised as muslims or Christians?

[@ashmusic621]

My cousin is married to a Muslim woman & she is free to practice her faith. She only covers up when she visits her distant relatives. My cousin is practicing his own faith.

[@m.haslam8495]

It is not permissible for a Muslim woman to get married to a man with a different faith. This is not allowed in Islam.

[@yourmostwantedbhaijaan]

​@@m.haslam8495brother the muslimas from west are lost !

[@What_do_you_want.]

Where are you from.??

[@yourmostwantedbhaijaan]

@@What_do_you_want. 🇩🇪

[@Serge-cm5my]

@yourmostwantedbhaijaan No problem, leave them alone.

[@mariar4431]

Such lovely young ladies and very brave. God bless them.

[@AC-mp7cx]

Its not allowed in our faith

[@diaryofanotdgirl89]

I can’t begin to imagine how courageous these women have been for going through this… so much respect ✊🏼

[@racheliza7604]

Very best of luck to all these lovely families. Harming no one, respectful of each others backgrounds and lucky enough to have found each other in this turbulent world ❤

[@brg73]

When you love someone you dont see religion, culture. You just see the person you love. Im catholic but i dont practice but i do believe in god. She was bornt in arabic country and shes religious , she wears hijab quite diferent from what i used to. Shes woman with values and principles and i do reconized how lucky i am. Myself being a security in night clubs, tattooed guy, ive never expected this would happen in my life and in the end she never gave up on us even when i told her about our diferences. Sometimes we have to take a step forward my guys. they wont break and you should not ask to break their beliefs it took me time to accept so just take your time. A woman is the pillar, is the love of our house make her happy.

[@khanhamid3744]

What's the point in love if you're ending up in he11 and she at the end ends up in heaven after serving time. Islam is the truth. Hence why a women can easily made a rash decision and so will need her father to help her and wake her up. If she goes with emoti9ns than reality.

[@larizlatar9129]

@@khanhamid3744 go back to middle Ages where you actually belong. Intenet and 21th century is not for you guys.

[@AC-mp7cx]

yeah sure we believe you

[@eosohand]

What kind of Catholic woman are you marrying a tattoo’ed atheist man? God hates that

[@junaid195]

muslim arent allowed to marry outside of islam . if she does , she is considered as murtad which means infidel

[@annefalola9278]

I am really unhappy with the Imam who wants young people to make their decisions to make their parents happy…. I feel it is very selfish of parents who want their children to marry in their social and religious circles. It is inconsiderate to put their children under pressure😢

[@priscaooko4626]

He is 🤢🤢

[@leet8017]

Seems like these women were not supported by their families, but they were brave enough to introduce the men to their families. The men actually hid the nature of their relationship from their parents, and kept dragging their feet for so long

[@shanaz3]

Because the men wanted to play around and they will continue after marriage too unfortunately

[@carmenburton4918]

Isn't that all men tho.

[@shanaz3]

@@carmenburton4918 unfortunately yes. Only a God fearing man will refrain because the fear of losing his wife isn’t enough

[@c3realK1ll4h]

​@@shanaz3yet, in a Muslim women's eyes it's perfectly okay and when a Muslim man does such things, it's not

[@milesleo2054]

Thanks for your sincerity. #LetsTheChurchSpeak

[@allenottaro]

This is amazing! Thank you for the insights and sharing your stories

[@daveprasad]

Beautiful documentary

[@DanielleFerreira-kt7ix]

At least these are not the kind of parents that kill their daughters and/or boyfriends...

[@irfact398]

Muslim family would surely have killed thier daughter for doing this !

[@followyourpassion7180]

Ma’am, you have to be extremely uneducated to comment such a stupid thing.

[@nazahmed2092]

Great documentary.

[@zambianyoutuberx]

This Documentary is so touching, love is the most powerful force in this World!

[@WahiduzzamanLaskar-ti7yu]

Tht lady indian Moslem lady she's doing astray she married a non Moslem white European, why didn't she married a indian Moslem man those who lived in uk ???

[@timothyakor9989]

This is quite enlightening.

[@queennubian2573]

Everybody can love who they want to love. No religion or faith should dictate that.

[@tinamcleod3928]

Amen to that ❤ Love is love 🫶🏽

[@muhydinaden552]

In your culture maybe yes, but in Islam it's written in bold & no rules can be changed to your convenience they are followed without question & if you can't you'll have regrets & consequences later in life, follow your own or lose everything especially Muslim women who chose against their culture & religion ......

[@wingsoffreedom3589]

Yea but its still retarded to date outside your religion also probably a sin in most religions so I'dnquestion how devoubt the religious partner really is.

[@Seemidarling]

Not as easy as that sweetheart, the amount of fear control and violent threats are widespread within my culture which is depicted in this programme. I finally escaped my forced marriage and I never looked back. Ultimately I turned my back on the religion I was born into. I live an authentic honest life now. My children are content.

[@queennubian2573]

@@muhydinaden552 I know this. I'm speaking idealistically

[@belindagough8272]

Great stories great out comes

[@ninaken7109]

It's the same with Christian family... happened to me was not allowed to marry a Muslim...i became a revert but the turmoil and conflict that ensued from my family left me in perpetual conflict i didn't have a chance....i swore i will never do that to my kids... let them choose who to love...i will support them whatever the religion... still hurts

[@sarahharris2729]

I don't blame your Christian family tbf. Same if my child joined Mormons or JWs or another sectarian cult like Islam. The ummah thinks they own you. It's very scary. and please don't use the term revert. it's very bigoted term towards people of faith esp Jews and Christians who also believe in God.

[@JH-zs3bs]

And will your muslim husband also allow your kids that freedom? If so, you found a good person and I wish you luck!

[@movieshortstwo]

00:03 Challenges of dating outside one's faith 02:46 Struggles of questioning identity and cultural expectations 07:41 Facing pressure for arranged marriage at 15 in Morocco 09:39 Struggles of conforming to cultural expectations in marriage 14:05 Exploring dating outside of faith to find personal certainty 16:24 Struggling with guilt and societal judgment while dating outside her faith 20:47 Struggles of dating outside faith and facing parental disapproval 22:46 Struggle with family expectations and freedom in relationships 26:32 Importance of making the right choices in marriage decisions 28:31 Struggling to communicate with mom about dating outside faith 32:41 Struggles with acceptance and commitment in interfaith relationship 34:56 Struggles of navigating interfaith marriage with family 39:16 Challenges of marrying outside faith 41:16 Discussion on interfaith marriages and religious conversion for marriage 45:36 Parents attitudes towards interfaith marriage evolving 47:35 Supporting daughter's choice in marriage regardless of religious background

[@daria668]

best documentary

[@sushhh.huh.5673]

I would like to clarify some misconceptions that I have encountered in the comments. Muslim women are not allowed to marry non-Muslim men, and non-Muslim men or women cannot convert solely for the purpose of marriage. Muslim men, on the other hand, can marry women of the book, although this is disputed as some believe Christians are no longer true monotheists. While the practice is allowed for men, it is generally discouraged, and these rulings are not in dispute. One of the tenets of Sharia is obeying the law of the land, and women are free to make their own choices. However, in the eyes of Islam, the marriage is considered null. When consummated, the individuals involved remove themselves from the framework of Islam, and this is something they must accept. Nevertheless, compassion for them is not precluded. The reasons why Muslim women cannot marry non-Muslim men are numerous, and I will list a few below: Inheritance rights Mehr rights Family rights All of the above fall under Islamic marriage contracts and cannot be enforced when a Muslim woman marries a non-Muslim man. Contrary to popular belief, Islam actually provides robust rights to women within marriage. Examples include: Meher (a woman sets a price for her hand in marriage) The man has to provide all financial needs, and the woman's money is her own. It's often joked that "the woman's money is her money, the man's money is her money." No obligations for chores. The ability to divorce. Additional requirements that can be set during the marriage contract. In Islam, we believe in love, but we also hold the concept that love is developed over time through trials and tribulations, not blind lust. The key principle is the harmony of the family unit, which takes precedence above all else. What this means is if a couple devorces for example a clean split with no kids, the man keeps all his assets and the woman only walks away with her meher the price that she sets, think of this as a built in pre-nup, as she has no requormemts for any contribution towards the household. There is more complexity to all of this, howeber this is just a broad understanding as to why the rules are set the way they are.

[@user-mc1yd9bp5x]

Today law courts for women has changed, after divorce she gets it all, I mean ALL 😂

[@francisn442]

I think no human should ever be at ease knowing that the partner was blackmailed into converting. If they voluntarily do it, well and good. But if it's your family pushing him/her to the edge till they result to a decision they'd have never made...then, your convertee spouse is living in religion captivity. You met a grown human and loved everything about them. They're well mannered, loving, handsome/beautiful, responsible and every virtue, then someone imagines that it's ok to rob them off their faith/ religion😥 It's selfishness. Dreams of a loving couple shouldn't be shattered by religion. I have seen a Jew getting married to a Christian with not having to denounce their faith. I have also seen a Muslim girl marrying to a Christian man and they are still together but away from the troublesome family. At some point love is going to win over religious intolerance.

[@kellyortiz4773]

I'm a Muslim woman who married a Catholic mam. 23 years later, and we're still in love. it's worked for us because of love.

[@unitedeurope2]

I’m happy for you 👍 The problem is when both take faith seriously because the 2 contradicts each other. If you don’t mind I really recommend you to check out an ARAB called Christian Prince because he is showing islamic references that many muslims have no idea about and especially the western people too. All the best and God bless you and your family 🙏

[@Izabellaaaaaa]

When u marry someone from a different religion, do u get married in both religion , like Muslims do a nikkah and catholics marry in a church ( correct me if I’m wrong )

[@saidhashi2856]

There is Nothing Islamic about your practice of marrying a none muslim man. As such marriage is Not considered legal. A Muslim means someone who submits to the will of God, Not your own will. And the Love of God should be more worthy than the Love of a man. One must put God first before desires. Am Not in anyway suggesting you are Not a Muslimah. Because One becomes Muslim by believing Allah and his messenger; and practicing the 5 daily prayers. The marriage bit it's a big sin and the door is open for you to repent to Allah and mend your ties with Allah. He either accepts Islam and become Muslim or you part ways and Put your relationship with Allah first.

[@SV69247]

@@saidhashi2856 you actually crying over this 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@saidhashi2856]

@@SV69247 Am Not crying over nothing. But am simply stating what is in Allah's book. Quran 2:221 Nor marry (your girls) to unbelievers until they believe: A slave man who believes is better than an unbeliever, even though he allures you (with his wealth and beauty); Unbelievers only beckon you to the Fire. But Allah beckons by His Grace to the Garden (of bliss) and forgiveness, and makes His Signs clear to mankind: That they may celebrate His praise.

[@Flaschenteufel]

Woah so progressive! Just another 1000 years and Islam finally reaches todays standards. Go Islam!!!

[@sonogabri1]

👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

[@josipfranjic4036]

Actually it's 600 years LOL, where did you get that extra 400 ?

[@Flaschenteufel]

@@josipfranjic4036 so roundabout 600+600 are more or less 2000? Thank you for your enlightenment! I never stop learning!

[@josipfranjic4036]

@Flaschenteufel What I actually tried to say is, according to the islamic calendar the current year is 1445, which means they are 600 years behind us (they are still in the middle ages)

[@marylandmom]

Very well done documentary.

[@lolxd9396]

We are social beings and to fall in love is part of being social. So why does society dictate its cruel rules as to what is appropriate about who to fall in love with and who is forbidden!

[@oldhickory4686]

My first question is , if muslims believe their faith is the most important thing, why are they moving into Western countries with their own religion and philosophy? In regards to true Christian doctrine, parents are to raise up their children according to the Bible, and that will continue until the child leaves their parents home. The only thing parents can do, is discipline them, and give them the reason why things are withheld from them. By just giving them rules, without telling the reason or consequences behind the laws, this is where I believe we do a great disservice to children. Ultimately, when they leave their parents home, all the parents can do is hope that they have taught their children well, because they must be given freedom to make their own choices. The idea of controlling children, or forcing them into arranged marriages is repulsive. If you are born into a culture, where this is all one knows, or is socially acceptable, I can comprehend it, but moving to London and then trying to impose these values on your kids is absurd.

[@Muaythai.19]

You Christians don't follow the bible that's for sure so stop lieing about that one

[@oldhickory4686]

@@Muaythai.19 Pretty broad brush there. That's like saying all muslims are terro#s.

[@noreenbi9079]

They are not moving here. Most of them were called here 2 work years ago

[@oldhickory4686]

@@noreenbi9079 So they are making the assumption that they will change the culture around them, or that their children will not be influenced by it.

[@noreenbi9079]

@@oldhickory4686 Yes u can do both. It's possible.

[@mariamawits3689]

Beautiful stories, what a courageous women! Wishing you more blessings 🙏❤❤❤

[@daveprasad]

Love this story telling. Nice and human. Unbiased.

[@channelpanda_t]

The truth is, when we believe in any religion, we must study that religion so that we solidly understand how the religion works and we also we must be the practitioner of that religion. If we say that we believe in any specific religion but we do not embrace it physically and wholeheartedly, then we are hypocrites. If we are not believers of any religion, then just say to other people that we are agnostics.

[@unitedeurope2]

Unfortunately islam is so unknown to the western world and even to the muslims themselves. This is the most complicated religion because of the cover up lies that is going on in present times. I really recommend an Arab called Christian Prince because he shows islamic references as it is without sugarcoating.

[@jesusislord9707]

Jesus said Matthew‬ ‭11:28‭-‬30‬ ‭"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

[@pearlupthejunction]

Praise God 🙏🏻

[@HotKey_45]

Bruh your a idol worshipper be quiet fool

[@esmawaldron5597]

All man made rules. Ok for the man not the woman

[@lanaofficiel4042]

Especially in Islam, EVERYTHING is for the man's benefit. Islam is zero for the woman.

[@samirellaham3940]

Please don't judge Islam according to your desires.

[@hamzaTVNetwork]

True

[@unitedeurope2]

Exactly 👍 Please check out an Arab called Christian Prince that shows all the islamic sources without sugarcoating anything 👍

[@khaldrogo4460]

@unitedeurope2 Christian Princess is full of BS so don't msiguild people and accept the truth islam

[@unitedeurope2]

⁠@@khaldrogo4460 Well 🤔 if you looked at Christian Prince’s videos and you are still an abdoool 🥶 I’m afraid you are very blind and deaf 🥶 By the way Ali Blabla and Mimi Hijab made a brilliant video about the man can have a SECRET WIFE and it’s halal 😅 I can’t believe that they have no shame 🤦

[@nav6545]

A religion that forces you to convert is not worthy of respect as it is implying that religion is superior when obviously it’s not. Everyone should have the free will to believe and practice what they like and marry who they want to without apparent laws like this in their religion. If you expect your partner to convert to your religion to marry you, you don’t accept them for who they are, religion and all.

[@noreenbi9079]

Well if ur not Muslim u won't understand

[@amandah1875]

No religion forces anyone to convert ok! It's always a choice. And actually God is more important. A Godless life means people usually are unhappy and live like crap.

[@What_do_you_want.]

It's your opinion, we will not gonna fo the things which are prohibited in our religion ☪️.

[@mayachaya7431]

Religion belong to God. It's superior. You are some one who worship your own desires so you follow a philosophy that align with your religion if slf worship

[@jennifermartinez8036]

You can only find peace from the prince of peace.

[@blookolla]

You can only find peas from the prince of peas.

[@teresabarrett3266]

Christ Jesus IS The Prince of Peace. HE Is The Wonderful Mighty Counselor. i am nothing without my Savior & Lord. i am eternally grateful HE saved my soul. Peace and Love to all. 🙏☮️❤️✝️🙏

[@Flaschenteufel]

Yes Papa Nurgle, the great unclean, we are all the same in his loving arms.

[@keef78]

In the purple rain.

[@khaldrogo4460]

@teresabarrett3266 he's is only a man!!!! True God is Allah, Jesus is a slave of Allah nothing morw

[@eva1780]

This is so sad...everyone means well and yet the childern are the victims of an ill society

[@sozekyser2837]

Good documentary.

[@We.1014]

Wow ❤what a beautiful story 😊

[@sultanwahdatsultani5177]

So shameful, as a Muslim. Everyone one have the right to love regardless of religion

[@What_do_you_want.]

Bro we don't care about their opinion, it is haram for women to marry outside the religion and we will not gonna change our religion for west.

[@yourmostwantedbhaijaan]

​@@What_do_you_want.They will not understand even the hijabis nowdays.....

[@What_do_you_want.]

@@yourmostwantedbhaijaan Bhai majority 90% abi bi within religion marriage krti hai. (2) apna bachon ko deen sikhai bachpan ma, or Daughter ka sath healthy relationship hona chahiye especially father ka, naka dar wla etc. Jab aap apna bachon ko piyar daga tu onka piyar ka liya bahir nhi dekhna pada ga (I mean rebellious nhi hona pada ga).ispa bhoot sa studies bi hai.

[@eosohand]

@@MariaBaksa-ov8epour west is already awful with this lbgtq stuff

[@user-mc1yd9bp5x]

God puts two souls together for a reason

[@katemcalear8591]

I think being a white western woman I am very lucky. These women must face horrendous struggles. But you have to be happy whatever else. I don’t care if my children marry white, black, Muslim, Chinese etc as long as both are happy, they love , care and respect each other. I really feel for these girls who face such challenges. But those challenges and that guilt just proves what lovely people they are. So in effect their parents have a done a good job. It’s so sad but I can understand how difficult it is for everyone involved. Just wish I had answers! X

[@desiguy5508]

You should actually care whom they marry. Imagine if your daughter gets married to a strict muslim man and they force her to wear the burqa. Would you be happy in this case?

[@katemcalear8591]

@@desiguy5508 I think that would be her choice. No I wouldn’t be happy about it and there would be discussions but ultimately I wouldn’t push my daughter away or lose her for anything. My children are now all grown up and have chosen their life partners so it’s not going to be an issue. I just find it so sad that religion comes above the love for your child .

[@martinvanburen4578]

you are very priviliged even if you might not be personally wealthy because you can live free from society's demands.

[@neisci]

@@desiguy5508 if she as a grown woman decides to so what there's to do? A parent might not be happy with their children life decision but they should accept them.

[@noreenbi9079]

​@@desiguy5508 U modi lover . So it's OK 2 marry a Hindu and say a cow is ur mother. Not everyone forces there wives 2 wear burqa

[@salamalayk]

When Anthony’s dad said he would convert too if Anthony’s mum was of a different faith 🥺

[@ginmill5280]

I’m sooo thankful I was born into a very and I mean very liberal Iranian family,grandparents as well,they supported my siblings and I,in who we married.. We all married NON MUSLIMS AND NON IRANIAN..

[@Muaythai.19]

You guy's ain't muslims anyway so it don't matter

[@What_do_you_want.]

Well for us muslim our faith is important

[@agulm6625]

Iranians are not good Muslims ,anyways

[@amjadhussain5024]

we have to give account of our life v soon to allah 😊

[@user-fg3fb6kx6c]

Religion should not be an obstacle to marriage. Parents, if their children choose someone from another religion, should agree to it unconditionally because it should be the happiness of their children they should give priority to, not their principles, beliefs, happiness, etc.(unless they have verifiable evidence the other one is a criminal or something). It would be selfish if they prioritize their interests/needs over their child's/children's.

[@cutiepie7600]

I am a muslim girl and got married to a Christian men but we respect two religious we let our children to find which faith they want to fellow but i now find Christianity is the best way of my life so my children tq

[@jovannacarranza1881]

Then you weren’t good Muslim then and I’m sorry to say, but you are setting a bad example for your kids.

[@saidhashi2856]

There is No compulsion in Islam. You are free too choose in this World. But in hereafter you will be taken to account for your deeds.

[@c3realK1ll4h]

Y0ur a sellouts, what is Christianity? We Muslims are the best of all men

[@satnamsandhu5685]

nice documentary

[@user-rv1wf6sd4p]

..its disgusting the grief and depression they put their daughters through..these parents had their time,these daughters are GOOD girls,and are individuals,and want to learn and have a career,and not forced into anything.it doesnt work like that anymore..they were brought up in a different country,with that countrys values and freedoms..and divorce is now allowed in most muslim countries..because theyre starting to realise that u cant stop a person doing what she wants for herself,and not just be a slave worker and marry her off to an old man,because thats the way her parents were brought up Then you go on a 'guilt trip' trying to please them,but wanting your own life,and making your own choices as an adult

[@Jen-qr4mf]

U convert bcz u found the faith not bcz if someone u fall in love with 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@fionamoody1432]

I married someone from outside of my faith. I being devout and my hubby not, made it easy for us to marry in my church but I never ever felt an urge to pressure him to change his faith despite him not practising it. Married 30 plus years, he attends church with me every so often. I encourage him to attend his faith but one can never pressure someone to go and worship. Till this date he still attends worship with me. I continue praying for him to commit to a sincere and faithful relationship with Jesus our Saviour and I trust Gods hand and timing in the situation. Respecting anothers faith is key and I firmly believe no one should insist for another to convert unless they freely and willingly decide.

[@elvarg991]

Faith in general is stupid. Do you really think your imaginary god made up all those rules you have been following all your life? Of course you do. Those who believe without reason cannot be convinced by reason.

[@fionamoody1432]

@@elvarg991 no not by reason. By faith we walk. I love when there's a reaction from a non believer. That means they are grappling with their unbelief. Don't despair. We prayimg for everyone's complete conversion....yours too.🙏🤗

[@MaibellMorales]

Lolzzz

[@elenalu5877]

⁠​⁠​⁠@@alibobali4032 ”religion is stupid , I still respect people’s right to practice their faith” BRUH😂

[@bursanglakichu914]

Strong women.Best of luck to their lives..Love knows no bound or religion, it's how you trust and have faith with each other.

[@sallyshore-dz8rn]

I'm a Muslim brown Pakistani who married a white Christian. It took years to find harmony within the two of us. My family was quite accepting and open but his was critical and obstructive. So it can be the reverse too where Muslim families are more accepting than the Christian communities. Islamophobia is a real issue and lots of couples suffer because of it.

[@devilinside6419]

Your marriage is not recognized in Islam, and each time you are intimate with your non-Muslim husband, you will be engaging in zina. Your husband will consistently introduce un-Islamic influences to your children, potentially leading them away from Islam. Congratulations, you have not only compromised your own hereafter but also jeopardized that of your children for the sake of worldly pleasures.

[@DeenCentre]

why are you so proud to admit your zina essentially?

[@ToRung]

Nice to meet you 😍💝🌹

[@25jimit]

When you love someone why convert... this is the biggest problem.

[@blacklotusxxxxxx]

The issue at hand is not a reflection of the religion Islam but rather cultural practices prevalent in specific regions and communities, particularly in the Subcontinent and Arab cultures.

[@goldenhope5856]

Nice doc

[@mmerkley402]

I got my life threatened by my Muslim friend's family because I asked his sister to prom.

[@Starlight_Silver]

Probably best to keep your distance from Muslim girls if you don’t want to be the cause of an honor killing (or getting yourself killed.) I hope you aren’t too traumatized. Good luck.

[@rosas4851]

That's a bit of over reaction 😂. I'm Muslim too but my family would just complain nothing more. I think British parents would do the same because of the fear of unknown

[@Hausa-Fulani]

Be a Muslim and you marry her in the eyes of God

[@Yazan26579]

So what happened then?

[@blue8710]

The more I hear about religions, the more I believe there should be none. That would make everything easier for everyone, seeing what unites them and not what separates them. There should only be faith without the constraints of any organized religion.

[@OnTheGoLoft]

GOD BLESS YOU ALL. ONE LOVE !

[@TheMERCIFULisALLAH]

I am married to a revert. And before I could have married a non Muslim. But am honestly saying this, that my love for Allah is more greater then any other love.

[@shanabenjamin8945]

Ameen:)

[@user-vp5ub1br7u]

Even their partner converted still arnt good enough for you? Murder isn’t always about guns and knife,it can be out of pride speaks through words.

[@Daash27]

Islam is a death cult anyway

[@What_do_you_want.]

📌Be with whomever you want but don't expect everyone to accept your choice. it is haram for women to marry outside the religion and we will not gonna change our religion for west.

[@Khadiyah01]

@@user-vp5ub1br7u what a strange response

[@moonshinebling]

Lovely docu.kudos to all three woman and their husbands who stood by their love

[@Rainbow_1981]

I grew up in South India never had to do house hold work, education was the most important, respect elders, work hard, follow what's told by elders at home, at the same time had the freedom to choose what I like, back those days choosing your own partner wasn't a thing...but we did anyways.I'm a Hindu never had such strict upbringing...meet friends/ hang out/ but no alcohol/ partying..still had our freedom. Never forced to anything in life...education/partner/ other choices. Marriage within the faith is what's acceptable in the Hindu society too...I have seen rarely some married to Christian or Muslim. Some successful married for long while others that didn't work.

[@darcyroyce]

I think these women's experiences should be eye-opening for all, not only because oppression is true, but because these stories, our stories, depict the mental and emotional anguish and torment people go through when their innermost boundaries - bodily autonomy and free will - are repeatedly violated. It's taken me 3 years of on-and-off therapy, training, and focus, to come to terms with what's been happening and to be a functional adult again. These women are also a wonderful testament to our human endurance and resilience, that even when you're being handled like an object, you're auctioned off to the highest bidder, even when your soul is violated in the most profound way, you can escape and you can recover and reclaim yourself again. I felt their very much righteous indignation, and pain, and I cheered for them, from here, from my side of the same story. xx

[@mousegeek]

All this madness and pain caused by the belief that there's an invisible man living in an invisible kingdom in the clouds.

[@zoep.2891]

It is so disgusting that some people raise their children in Western societies and then force them to live by the traditions of their parents home country. Moreover, I often got the feeling, those kind of people look down on the culture and the people of their chosen new country. Which leaves me with the question, why they didn't stay where they came from...

[@lanaofficiel4042]

They immigrate to the West for Welfare.

[@pearlupthejunction]

Totally agree with you!!

[@Mich6961]

There are plenty of reasons why someone may have to stay in a country that they disslike. But I agree with you whole heartedly on your first point because you really have to be a special kind of div to not consider the possibility that raising your child in a multicultural country will result in that child *shock* *horror* to have deep and meaningful relationships with people from all walks of life. If they don't like that idea then they should refrain from having children.

[@max-nm6qx]

"FROM MUSLIM TO ADVENTIST" BY SHAHBAZ. B. BEAUTIFUL TRUE STORY FROM IRAN ❤

[@shanaz3]

No one will ever love an individual the way their parents love them. The issue is when there are no boundaries in the upbringing of that child and they are expected to respect a culture that they have never known. Becoming any faith to keep the one we love obviously is not the way to go. God is all knowing . He does not need us to say we follow him by name yet not follow his rules or have belief in our hearts.

[@farrtun]

If you marry someone outside of your faith are you really a faithful person

[@mpggog642]

It does not change a person’s faith in their God.