Stephanie: The Price a Mother Paid for Leaving Islam

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A Canadian woman who converted to Islam in her late-teens, Stephanie married a Libyan Muslim man, and gave birth to two daughters.
After a few years of living as a faithful Muslim, Stephanie began to have doubts. Recognizing the immorality and irrationality of Islam, Stephanie grew detached from the faith and concerned about her children being raised in such a context.
In 2011, Stephanie left their residence in Libya for a short trip to see her father in Canada.
When safely out of Libya en route to an airport in a neighboring country, her husband unveiled his plan for her: he would never allow her to even visit her daughters again unless she gave up her Canadian custody of the kids. Knowing that retention of custody of her daughters gives them a small chance of gaining their freedom, she refused his offer.
Today, Stephanie lives in Canada, coping with the loss of her dearest loved ones and hopes to one day be reunited with her girls again.
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[@QUINTUSMAXIMUS]

Ex-Muslim Palestinian-American man. I really hated how religion teachers would keep talking about hell, wouldn't allow questions, and I heard things like the majority of people in hell are women. I was like this is too much for me. Some of these people if they hate Canada, the US, or Europe so much should stay home. We don't want such extremists. Sorry.

[@jamil027]

You can be sure the father has tried to indoctrinate the girls into hating their mother. It's sad how religion has such a stranglehold on some people. She's a brave woman. I'm sure she's not alone in having this experience.

[@blackmore4]

What baffles me is how so many _young_ people have fallen for it (religion). I was a kid in the 1970s and I well remember regular news reports of how Sunday church congregations in Britain often struggled to make it into double figures and how religious figures (priests, vicars etc) were reduced to being nothing much more than objects of ridicule on comedy shows. More to the point at hand (concerning Islam), in my gang at school, two of our number were sons of Pakistani immigrants and neither ever went to mosque, thinking exactly like the rest of us 'Christian' kids that religion was well consigned to the dustbin of history. And now look at them... the _young_ people. Pro-segregation ('multiculturalism', 'safe spaces' for 'people of colour'), tribal, ghettoised and, most incredibly, many of them believing in utter nonsense. What happened??!

[@markrymanowski719]

You are using Islam to turn people away from all faiths. Tarring all with the same brush. Won't work.

[@raul7628]

@@blackmore4then I guess people are educated to know about the beauty of Islam.

[@lubna1414]

Jamil Ahmed i believe that it’s all about the culture which is stronger than religion

[@edwardv7991]

You can be sure that you are brain washed to think that the girls hate their mother. I feel so sorry for you to carry such a mentality, because you are literally condemning a mother's love for her children. Even if I said: you should be ashame of yourself for thinking that way, but I know you won't because you are so brain washed from the inside. You think you are right and everyone is wrong. That's your perception of the world. That is what you are told and somehow you believe it. How dare you insult a mother's love? Even when you put religion aside, like just looking the raw essence of mother's love, is such a shame that you would condemn her. Even an atheist won't condemn a mother's love.

[@FORTHEBY_BY]

I always notice a sense of despair in the eyes of most Muslim women, and an anger in the eyes of Muslim men.

[@Mooodyyhhh]

You haven't seen me lolz

[@magnumopus1628]

This is not a surprise since the most revered Muslim woman, muhammad's child bride, said the same thing. Take a look: *~ Sahih al-Bukhari 5825* _Rifa`a divorced his wife where upon AbdurRahman married her._ *Aisha (muhammad's child bride he married at 6yo and had sex with at 9yo)* said that the lady (came), wearing a green veil and complained to her (Aisha) of her husband and showed her a green spot on her skin caused by beating. It was the habit of ladies to support each other, so when allah's messenger (muhammad) came, *Aisha said, "I HAVE NOT SEEN ANY WOMAN SUFFERING AS MUCH AS THE BELIEVING (MUSLIM) WOMEN".* Look! Her skin is greener than her clothes!"

[@izzatirfan1995]

That’s bigotry in your eyes😆

[@magnumopus1628]

@Rasputin 009 I'm going to offer you my perspective on this topic, I'm not sure if you'll find something useful or not in it: (I'm aware that I don't know you and I don't know what you've been through, so take my words as a pinch of salt) I agree with the message, but I think that calling them "swines" is a bit excessive and unjust in my opinion. First of all I think *It's unjust on yourself* for being the one who says these things, you deserve to live as the good person that you are. Don't let Islam ruin yourself in an indirect way. And i think it's also unjust to many Muslims that are such simply because they were born in a Muslim family, in a Muslim country, region etc. And most of them are unaware of the true nature of Islam and they actually believe that it's a peaceful religion and/or are brainwashed into believing in Islam, just like a cult does. Again, I totally agree with the general message, but remember to not let their intolerance and violence into your head and heart.

[@Omar-x13]

prejudice...

[@lilystrong9870]

If her daughters sees this, I hope they understand their mother's pain.

[@Ibn_al_sham123]

They will be proud Muslims ❤

[@missinginbc]

If his book didn't exist,, it would be harder for him to justify, in his head, what he is doing... - profound words.

[@joman388]

He did it because his book does exist,he is evil just like his profit.So many people so easily deceived,that is Islam.Of course with death to apostates it is very hard to make a rational decision.He, however lived in a free country and could scrutinize the Koran freely ,that makes his decision much more evil .thanks

[@Earthling108]

Agreed.

[@BGood222]

Same goes for the bible and any other religulous propaganda. Religion is for sheep.

[@domnaicagomis2124]

B S7l

[@bw4512]

@b king, Your indoctrinated hair-trigger reflex of a question is evidence enough for me. Show me one non-circular piece of evidence for any of your beliefs that couldn't have been arrived at without religion.

[@sirmonkey3215]

One of my wifes friends married a muslim.. a very similar story except she was more lucky. During the time I dated my wife to be, we used to go out together with them, and he acted quite western. He even partied and drank alcohol. Anyway, after they married he became more "devout" tried to make her convert to Islam and wear a hijab. She refused, and they also soon after had a son. So he then wanted her and the baby to go on a "vacation" with him to Morocco. She was smart enough not to go, and then the muslim man tried to snatch the kid and go alone. His plan was to keep them in Morocco and have the kid raised as a muslim by his relatives. Anyway, she reported him to the police and they stopped him, it ended up in custody court and divorce, where she got full custody and he left the country. This was before this immigration wave and Islam apologist wave in Europe, so who knows how that would have ended today.. and under Sharia she would have been killed.. NEVER trust a muslim and NEVER marry a muslim!

[@tajlata7510]

And that is out of the avg Muslims that does that and not all Muslims and neither the majorities of Muslims. It's 10% really if you think about it, accept Iran that country has a lot of bad restriction that you can argue with.

[@tajlata7510]

*Never Trust a Muslim* the fact that every traveller travelled to Middle Eastern countries, slapped a 5/5 star review on family-friendly/kindness.

[@sirmonkey3215]

@@tajlata7510 yeah right.. been there.. so dont talk bullshit.

[@josh_up]

@@tajlata7510 they become devout ultimately till late 30s or 40 early 40s... No other way a common Muslim have... My one friends mother and her children are Christian ... their dad was open until now in his 40s or maybe 50s that he says I've done henious act that my Children are Christians... Although he never lived with them... his family made him marry a Muslim woman who lives in his house... although he comes to meet his Christian wife and children almost daily...

[@tajlata7510]

@@josh_up the thing is my friend, why would someone marry a Muslim if you're believing another religion? There is a lot of cultural issues and as well a religious past.

[@UltimateBokanator]

I'm an ex muslim from Saudi Arabia. These new converts don't know what the hell they getting themselves into

[@Robin-il4ev]

Bro really ?? It's hard to believe that a Saudi man is leaving Islam. Most of the Muslims say it's a propaganda against Islam . Is it ??

[@UltimateBokanator]

Robin No it is not. There are plenty but their voice is underground. It's dangerous. I personally am overseas so I can speak out. Pray my people find the Lord Jesus Christ

[@Robin-il4ev]

@@UltimateBokanator Will pray for people who find real purpose

[@abhinav.mishra17]

Yes, Pakistan is an example of what you said.

[@kashifrana7975]

@@UltimateBokanator lol. U r lying.

[@coral4874]

If you decide to marry a Muslim, just remember they married the Koran first. I met a young Muslim woman who shared nothing but misery about her Muslim life. Her parents forced her into marrying a relative she never met. The marriage ended in divorce so the family just abandoned her.

[@moneym7017]

It is not because of Islam that this happened. Islam promotes equality, justice, humanity and peace amongst ppl. Forced marriages, domestic violence, separation fron parents, tribalism, racism, casteism, etc., are not part of Islamic teachings. Evil practices such as these happen to other ppl as well, irrespective of their religion or nationality. It is wrong to say that these kinds of evil practices are unique only to Islam and Muslims.

[@goodnight8169]

@@moneym7017 all the testimonies came from muslim background.

[@jasonday1451]

cora L Dont act Dumb oke

[@hajeral-eid1574]

Eliyahu REMEBER there's a difference between religion and culture. It's haram to be forced into marriage, period.

[@hajeral-eid1574]

Haqim Al-Arabia most people and who are those people?

[@Tragic.Kingdom]

As an exmuslim, woman shud know that under Islamic law a Muslim man is granted custody of the children in an Islamic divorce. Even if she is more educated and makes more money. It doesn't matter .

[@donnahilton471]

Yes, they get money for them.

[@Malhadez]

What an amazing mother.. Cares about her children so much, I wish every mother was like her. Please be strong💕

[@plaistowbill]

If she really cared about her children she would have picked a better father for her children. Getting married to a man from a culture she does not belong to or eat least understand is a big mistake.

[@quickseevee3509]

Most mothers are smart enough to leave jerks. Not most blame the jerk's religion though. I hate to say this, but fortunately most mothers aren't like her. They're stronger.

[@bellycurious]

But when I say I wouldn't marry a Muslim man, they say I'm Islamophobe. I have heard so many of those stories that I have learned with them.

[@maureenonumonu5573]

Why would u marry their men, if their women are not allowed to marry non-muslims.

[@mhogomchungu7168]

Note that she was the one who converted to Islam to trick a man into marriage, and mid way changes to destabilize the family with intention to kidnap the children to her ideology. Let us call it failed marriage crusade.

[@bellycurious]

@@mhogomchungu7168, what ideology? And do you know it's possible a couple with different religion\ideology to get along?

[@boutrosnen6471]

@@mhogomchungu7168 every child is brainwashed by their parents' religion you turd. No child can think for themselves. You even follow the religion of your parents. Religion is a cult.

[@sirmonkey3215]

Islamaphobia does not exist. It is a made up word like pedophilephobia or genocidephobia. It is just a word they try to use to shut someone down instead of "racist", since people realized that Islam is not a race.. A phobia is an irrational fear. Being critical of the violent pedophile cult called Islam is completely rational.

[@RS-mx2yf]

Ex Muslim woman here, full of fear and darkness I was in. Saved myself. Reading Quran always brought fear of everything to me

[@rosevilz8392]

waw really, very impressive ya'll commenting " i was an ex muslim and i know what have u been throw, islam is bad" i see that ya'll are proud of that

[@donnahilton471]

@Ar Ra what are the daughters supposed to get in heaven?

[@donnahilton471]

@Ar Ra and unlimited sex in heaven, but forbidden to women on earth 🌎.

[@mwajumavieira3401]

Only Jesus takes our fears away. I too was a Muslim, now I believe in Messiah

[@happythinkingishealthy4358]

Mwajuma Vieira Proud of you all, jesus loves you and accept you ❤️✝️

[@HanyGirgus]

I grew up as a Christian in a Majority Muslim Country (Egypt), and I totally can relate to what Stephanie is talking about. I feel sad for her suffering and I really hope the situation got better, and she somehow has the ability to see her daughter. This video was done in 2016, I wonder if there is anything new with regards to her daughter?

[@Danimal1577]

This is heart breaking. All my colleagues on the regressive left need to watch this.

[@sokratesnudelsuppe5937]

instrumentalization of her story,

[@ToiYeuYAHWEH]

NEVER EVER let our daughters or ladies marry muslim men!!!

[@lawrencewright2816]

Dan Nájera Anybody on the left lacks the brains and critical thinking ability to absorb this.

[@STOPjammietime]

I wish the left actually had the balls and integrity to call out Islam for what it truly is- regressive, mediaeval, woman-hating bullshit

[@ajsuflena156]

stop trying to politicise this please

[@edgorina]

I am with you Stephanie. All other who consider marrying Islam men or women. Please look at this video!

[@giammira]

Robert M Wright True, because the man must convert. Or rather should to make the civil marriage acceptable to her (relatives) and recognized in her nation of origin. I am however a different case: we had a kid but then did not marry, and luckly so. With an added advantage for me, despite all the other hassles: she is prevented from taking our son in her country by her own government rules. Finally something working as a boomerang for them...

[@mardasman428]

Only muslim MEN! Conservative muslims don't allow muslim women to marry non-muslim men, therefore this question doesn't even enter into the equasion.

[@themsmloveswar3985]

Stephanie, It is extremely unlikely that you will get your daughters out. It is not just him. It is the entire tribe, and the entire society. You have a life, and must accept responsibility for your current predicament. Consider getting out there socially, and giving yourself a really positive relationship. Start all over again, before it is too late. And this time, make sure it is somebody who respects you, more than you respect yourself. That is the definition of love. Somebody who believes in you, not somebody who believes in a thug from centuries ago. Somebody who is still connected to nonsense can NOT be in love. I think you deserve better. Your priority is your own emotional growth and renewal. You can love again, and have a family again. There is a world of opportunity for you.

[@moneym7017]

Eduard Gorina There are millions upon millions of people married to Muslims, some among my own family members, and they are the happiest ppl on earth.

[@moneym7017]

vuk96zj You are wrong in thinking like this. There are millions of Christians who married Muslims and are extremely happy. Many of my ancestors and own family members are married to ex-non-Musims and the have no regrets whatsoever. There are non-Muslims marriages too which are terribly unhappy. These videos are of isolated cases.

[@naima8803]

Am from Libya too and am ex Muslim and believe me living your freedom in Libya is impossible am so sorry about your children my children are in Libya too and am just praying for them hopefully one day Jesus Christ will bring them back to me here again Libyan men are the worst ever it’s hard for me now to trust any man because of what happened to me

[@Viperzzz-k1s]

Emma Al Gwil iam glad you left that dirty cult.

[@nadaalonso]

I want to tell Stephanie the same thing - put your trust in Jesus. Tell Him to reveal Himself, and turn the darkness into light. I do not believe she is opened to our faith, because of what religion has done to her.

[@peacesquad5312]

Emma Al Gwil You are really trapped by the shaytaan, the devil got you so nicely. Let’s see how your Jesus christ would bring your kids , while he could not save himself on the cross according to Christianity.🙂

[@peacesquad5312]

Kelly -K Dear brother , please try to understand I believe in Bible and I Love Jesus if I don’t I can’t be a Muslim but I don’t buy the corruption in the Bible , your are helping atheism , you are basically confused and confusing others too , Why GOD chosen his innocent son to pay for the Sin of rapists, terrorists , murderers bad people why ? While he could do it in a better way ?

[@peacesquad5312]

Kelly -K Quran once again and for the last time came to support and confirm and to clear right and wrong from the same God who send down Adam , Noha, Abraham, Moses , Jesus and Muhammad. Quran actually revealed to support bible and Tohra but certainly opposes the corruptions , You have zero evidence in the Bible where Jesus him self claims , I’m God and worship me ? There now 100000 bibles and they are all written by unknown people . Who was running the world when God died on the cross ? Who Jesus talking to when he prayed to God? Did Jesus impregnate his own mom according to you if God is one and Jesus is father and son who impregnate Mother Marry ? Quran came and made it so Clear God is one nothing is like him he doesn’t give birth nor he was born , from Adam , Noha Abraham Moses Jesus to Mohammad they are all messengers sent from God they are not God may Allah swt guide you to the straight path brother , don’t be ignorant toward Mohammad because he was from a different race , we are all God servants we are all human we bleed the same.

[@haleykitterman4761]

When I was 13 one of my classmates convinced me to convert (loooong story) and it ruined me for the longest time. I’m so happy I got out before I was too deep in. It was miserable and hijab was the hardest transition. I was always told that I had to by other Muslims and it was one of the biggest reasons I knew I wanted out even if I went to hell. I’m now an atheist and I’ve never been happier.

[@ProphetpuppetMtm]

congratulations! Islam is truly vile and hateful against women

[@mynameisasecret593]

Stupidest story I’ve ever heard.

[@haleykitterman4761]

My name Is cool whatever you say sweetheart

[@mynameisasecret593]

Haley Kitterman Ew don’t call me that.

[@haleykitterman4761]

My name Is cool i’ll call you whatever you want when you’re trying to cyber bully a girl who almost killed herself for being pulled into a religion at one of the most vulnerable times in her life

[@endpc5166]

Where are the various Women's organizations on helping such women? They should at least warn non-Muslim women on the dangers of marrying a Muslim.

[@prieten49]

A very sad story. How many times have we heard similar ones? "He seemed so modern, not religious at all." No woman should ever get within 10 feet of a Muslim man. He might seem normal today, but tomorrow?

[@krystalsheon142]

Stuart M. exactly... I'm from a mix marriage family. Mom is muslim, dad is not a muslim. I don't think I wanna marry a Muslim guy, most of them change after marriage...

[@themsmloveswar3985]

It is in your interest that your mother becomes free of the religion, and pursues a path of personal development and empowerment. And also that she learns to separate her emotional existence from the nonsense in religion. She can learn to "unsubmit". To be a positive, ambitious, effective woman.

[@InayahDaneen]

They always change once they have you in their grip.

[@suniljan7]

@@krystalsheon142 Your just lucky to some extent its not your dad who was a Muslim or by now you would be having 6 kids.

[@krystalsheon142]

@@suniljan7 My mom has become a little bit religious and sometimes tried to enforce her beliefs upon my dad..But my dad was like, when you married me I'm not Muslim/religious and I'm never gonna change, this is who I am. Then after a few attempts she just let's it go hahaha. Btw Don't think so I'll be married with 6 kids by arrange marriage, as I'm south east asian from a multiracial country. We are not like the middle eastern Arab countries. Most of us who married young all love marriage. Arrange or force marriage is not very common here 😅. Most of the parents want the kids to have a stable job then think about marriage as cost of living here is very high. It's common that both man and woman work.

[@ygcg8696]

When you marry a Muslim you also marry Islam ! A Muslim friend had told me this many years ago. Hope by now you've your children with you in Canada !❤️🙏

[@chakravyuha_arjun]

Deep words.

[@fitzburg63]

There is no marriage in islam, women should know that - there is only the contract to F. which the male can break any time.

[@samialsakkaf240]

Be strong I am from Yemen and I don't believe in Islam anymore and my whole family think I've got a mental problem

[@Viperzzz-k1s]

sami alsakkaf be safe man and congrats that you left that dirty cult.

[@xxxzz8413]

@Raf Ahmed Allah is my dog name

[@จันทร์จิรามหาวรรณ์-ษ4ง]

@Raf Ahmed Islam dangerous and nasty!!!

[@xxxzz8413]

@vaibhav gupta Oh really?? Do you think i care for religion.

[@lavenaw2967]

Sami alsakkaf, Jesus loves you....Bless up

[@deniseg-hill1730]

This is very common. My ex husband not an Arab wanted me to convert, (he gambled and drank). Over my dead body I will never understand why people convert to this misogynistic backward violent religion especially women.

[@Huzztheavationloverquit]

Pitiful u dont know true islam just other people baseless statements

[@mankdemes2919]

@@Huzztheavationloverquit this video just explained true islam.

[@Huzztheavationloverquit]

@@mankdemes2919 if u think so thats your problem she should have married someone in her own faith islam covers a woman dignity not show it off shamelessly to the world but no one cares about morals anymore she should have known about the religion before she agreed to marriage.

[@Huzztheavationloverquit]

@@mankdemes2919 normally before a person converts to islam the imam will explain to the person the dos and donts its a strict disciplined way of life if you want to have a good time eat and drink and mix freely then get out islam is not for you.5 times a day prayers in time teaches you time management which other way of life teaches that answer to yourself.

[@mankdemes2919]

@@Huzztheavationloverquit im an ex muslim, and happy to be one. Fuck praying to some non-existent being

[@abhishekvishwas3065]

What heaven you'll go by making world a living hell.

[@یسرئ-ر7ن]

There's no such thing as heaven and hell.

[@abhishekvishwas3065]

@@یسرئ-ر7ن I know that, it was rhetoric.

[@یسرئ-ر7ن]

@@abhishekvishwas3065 ooo my bad 😅 I miss interpreted what u said

[@jka4323]

so proud that I left Islam

[@Robin-il4ev]

Which place brother ??

[@ትኒጧትንኝ]

You’re smart. I’m happy for you! I used to be a Muslim nominally- by virtue of being born into a Muslim family. But I knew since my youth it’s got to be a deception - perhaps the world’s greatest con-work.

[@jacksonblaze423]

I am a student of religions, also Islam is not my forte but I'm learning. As I look at it's holy texts I find them to be incredibly different from most, if not all other religions in the degree to which they recommend violence and control thought. I am proud that you find freedom. Perhaps Islam is the last statement of monotheism in the wrong direction - complete possession by one's God. It's the first commandment taken to the extreme. Also, find old 1966 movie "khartoum" online and you might watch for free. There is warning at the end of it about Islam. The movie is of course about Gordon's conflict with the Mahdi and his death in Sudan, a place and people he apparently loved dearly.

[@ትኒጧትንኝ]

@Food Connoisseur, did I say I’m an Ex-Muslim? No, I did not! I carefully chose the words I said. I said I was Muslim nominally (NOMINALLY - i.e. in name only) and also said I was born to a Muslim family of a 100% Muslim community. I’ve a set of very typical Muslim names (first, middle and last) and everyone assumes I’m a Muslim. Because I’m too smart for this fake religion I began suspecting it since I was 10/11 years old. So my friend, let me add one more thing: I regret that I was born to a Muslim family. My opinion is of such extent. I’m now very proud that I’m speaking against the fake religion. I don’t understand why you should go about and call people fake Ex-Muslim. Therefore, finally, m don’t worry about people calling themselves Ex-Muslims, after all the religion is fake in of itself and I haven’t called myself an Ex-Muslim and never will because to say otherwise would be lying on my part for one thing and also giving it a little credence.

[@davidgarcia3504]

@Inspired by Shaykh Ahmed Deedat pbuh Why are you mad it's the truth don't get butt hurt

[@MsWafa78]

I hope you are reunited with your daugthers very soon. Thanks for taking up the lead to speak up as free apostate against the atrocity of Islam. BTW, I knew your were in Tunisia before you mentioned that through your "safsari" picture. Stay strong, fighting the dogma has never been an easy process, but it is almost over #TunisianapostateNproud & #Ex-MislumInNorthAmerica

[@giammira]

Soubeika Bahri she won't be reunited with her daughters any time soon. Only themselves they could one day find her once they are over 18 yo if willing able and ready to make it out of there. It won't be easy but it is not impossible as time goes by, unless they get married soon to an oppressive husband letting them with no money having kids. I am sorry for this woman and I understand her, as back then when she converted she was just looking for new guidance and faiths, and maybe the evils of this "religion" were less known around us. But it's late for her, she has to get on with it and make another family or another life for herself. All this is worth is as lesson for everybody else watching this: always beware of Muslim partners and take all your measures if you have one. You never can tell. Islam is too much in their life and inner self to trust them on anything else it might turn up in contrast. No matter how trustworthy or good they are, they have no word and no sense of loyalty once that requires going against their "faith" or involves something clashing with it. All promises can be broken for that superior cause. I can tell this from close since the mum of my son is a Muslim lady and she got pregnant before we got married and I gave in to a "pretence convertion". We then soon argued and I never did either things, which I am now so glad I didn't. She thought she could pull me in Islam, whereas I almost pulled her out of it while studying its contents and then growing this much antiIslamic... . Now we are fighting over the custody of our son but still in a cuvilised fashion, but I am in a much better position and in MY land. Never ever travel to Islamic land with your kids and your Muslim partner. For no reason. Luckly she can't even if she wanted because her gov forbids our son getting through the border since he's illegitimate

[@stephanietessier106]

[@Anastazka00]

Stephanie, can I ask you how is your case now? Are there any news about your daughters?? Did Canadien government support you somehow? I wish u strong nerves and good luck!

[@usc4405]

The daughter would have been brainwashed by now. They wouldn't consider her as their mother

[@theazurgirls]

I keep coming to these videos in hopes that I can find some way to convince my friend to stop listening to her parents... to leave the religion. She's scared of them! They abuse her! She is turning 18 this year and I have no idea what to do; she's supposed to be married right after...

[@Anneliese_Rianelli]

I know it's been a long time since you wrote this, but could you tell me how is your Friend doing?

[@theazurgirls]

@@Anneliese_Rianelli I don’t know how she is anymore, she stopped talking to me suddenly about a year ago. Then we argued and ended up blocking each other as she wasn’t being fair to me. I hope she’s alright in this regard still. Though my views on this has changed - it was very much just her parents she should’ve left. Religion had nothing to do with that. Shitty people will be shitty, regardless.

[@janedoe3648]

@@theazurgirls Islamic texts tell parents to hit their kids. The Koran doesn't even have the word love in it. There's lots of domestic violence in Islam

[@mcho8137]

Wow!!! Now that's strength. I can say for certain Islam turns people selfish. They have this internal mind that blocks anything outside of it. To them they are doing the "right" thing but seeing them from a bird eye view, they are delusional, selfish and self serving.

[@ManlyOBeeferton]

The 'morality' of Islam is essentially self-serving. It's all 'do this good thing and _you_ will get an amazing reward, not 'do this good thing for the sake of it'.

[@folken1761]

there's no such thing as a bird eye in this world..we always see things from a perspective always even if you don't know it yourself.

[@DiaJasin]

@@folken1761 what about seeing things through a predetermined sceintific vision?

[@folken1761]

@@DiaJasin all science can do is explain the HOW not the WHY, sure it can give you insight in a lot of issues but what you make of that insight is totally philosophical to say the least.

[@manelrahmouni1216]

what muslims do doesnt define what islam is :)

[@yjk5737]

That's pretty messed up. And Justin Trudeau probably couldn't care less.

[@lauriebot3941]

TBA he'd probably call her an islamaphobe...

[@skylar_kada]

Tbh what’s he supposed to do, go burn down an entire country for this mess?! His hands are tied and there’s not a lot he can do singlehandedly, but I do agree. Other nations in the world should come together and create international laws that these Islam majority middle eastern countries should be held accountable to. But we know that’s not gonna happen until the oil wells in the Middle East dry out so... Also, she didn’t say he was a good man or not devout. She said *for a muslim* he was a good man. He was still probably quite radical in his practice of his religion. She knew that. She wasn’t forced to marry him like many women in the Middle East are. She chose this idiot on her own, converted and lived his way of life for years before she decided to abruptly change back. She should never have married him in the first place.

[@dbenjshidzii9324]

He is sell out to Islam and declare us as islamophobia

[@Leo15730]

This is the true face of Islam !!

[@sirmonkey3215]

ISIS was the true face of Islam.. but this is a little taste of it yes..

[@jeonskookiee8366]

@@sirmonkey3215 Excuse me!?who are u to compare isis to Islam they just call themselves Muslim but they are muslims from the outside but from the inside they are not bcz Allah knows better I don't wanna be rude to u or something but plzz don't insult our religion if u don't like it then just ignore don't say words or call names bcz it's not right

[@ajeshavirah1013]

​@@jeonskookiee8366 Excuse me! Then Who are you to question or confirm what is right for anyone else? you only will decide for all the individuals of the world, what Quran & Islam really (Dawa-Taqia to Jihad) Teaches & Propagates? This is place for Global Democratic World of NetCitizens, Where people are free to question , critique anything to everything freely & Focus on actual History, Present, Future, Fiction... but finally concludes with real Facts & Figures as consensus from fake ignorance.

[@jeonskookiee8366]

@@ajeshavirah1013 you are right i am not the one to question anyone I agree its everyone's right to question or whatever yeah there is freedom but this freedom doesn't allow anyone to insult any religion my MAIN point is that u shouldn't disrespect a religion bcz Allah knows better!

[@ajeshavirah1013]

@@jeonskookiee8366 If Allah knew better, he wouldn't have superseded the initial verses to opposing verses towards the end in Quran, He wouldn't have required all this Prophets till the last Prophet to answer differently the Human Intellectual Questions, or even as Quran mention Prophet Jesus was failure & Allah Deceived Jesus death, hanging on the tree. Quran asks to refer Torah & Bible for the actual truth.. oops Wait a moment Quran calls Non Believers infidel for being Slaves, Jezia & death. Sword to death being the result of leaving Islam, Aisha (the child Bride), mother of Islam says few verses were eaten by Goat, the verses couldn't be preserved completely, Religion that turned into war, just as the las prophet died & you don't think others will insult Islam or be it any other religion. Oh I see the Quran can insult the Idol Worshipers of other religions & not the actual Idol Worshiper of Prophet Mohamed.

[@maryamkhawar9120]

Could we start a petition for her? Or make a fundraiser so she can get a lawyer and gain custody of her kids again?

[@janbuyck1]

insanity! How can one torture a mother like this? Only psychopaths do or religion does! ...

[@plaistowbill]

Women torture the fathers of their children every day by not respecting custody orders. Who cries for them?

[@cossaizy6309]

@@plaistowbill yeah but at least karen isnt a fanatic religious nut, the worst she could do is want money from the father.

[@ahamedumusaafir9856]

Not any religion , only Islam does.

[@scottsmith1806]

Stay strong Stephanie. You can be the example your daughters need to shrug off the crap and reclaim their lives. I can't even imagine the struggle you went through to make the decision to leave, but then I'm also in awe that you did it.

[@stephanietessier106]

The video had to be edited for lenght. It's missing a bit, I tried to run away with my kids while we were in Libya, during the war. I got caught in front of the boarding gates, on one of the last days the airport was still open during the uprisings. Life after became hell (I couldn't be left alone with my daughters anymore), plus war. My husband did pressure me for months to travel, but I don't think I would have given in had I not already been traumatised by my time in islam and in Libya. But as it is, I did relent. And now my daughters pay the price...

[@Jr-qo4ls]

Stephanie, It's been 3 years since your comment. Can you update us on the situation? Is there anything we can do to help?

[@quickseevee3509]

The issue wasn't with the religion it was with the jerk she married and family she married into. I refuse to accept this as an excuse to bigot a whole religion.

[@Andrea-xs4ny]

@@stephanietessier106 My heart broke with your story. I hope you see this comment and let us know if you've been able to reunite with your daughters! All the best to you, Stephanie!

[@rickzor2700]

These stories just break my heart. It’s 2019 and we have to hear about people living lives like this. I truly believe that my distaste for religion, especially Islam, is warranted. I wish you all the greatest happiness

[@wii3willRule]

Was Stephanie able to get her daughters back? It's been four years since the publication of this video. This was absolutely heartbreaking. Patriarchy is just about the most blood-boiling, monstrous product of human culture.

[@Kate0603]

This is not just a patriarchal system. It’s Islam. That’s exactly what the video is about, and whilst I agree with you that it’s a heartbreaking story, I dislike the deflection.

[@olgael3913]

Islam is a patriarchal religion (as are all Abrahamic religions technically.) Many sexist practices seen in Islamic communities actually existed long before Islam. There’s no deflection here. Read a history book. C’mon.

[@liagutierrez4297]

@@Kate0603 It's not a deflection, the religion is about us/them on all levels, yes, but certainly, it's very much about woman as dark margin, inferior dangerous Other. (when the opposite is often true.)

[@wii3willRule]

​@@Kate0603 It's not deflection. Islam is patriarchal.

[@farouqomaro598]

This happens a lot in Malaysia. So sad!

[@lamedrawings]

@vishu singh I thought mix marriage was illegal here?

[@AnonymousEasternPotato]

U r not even a malaysian lol. Stop speaking for others. I do not approve you as a malaysian.

[@isaacling6560]

@@AnonymousEasternPotato I'm Malaysian, and to marry a Muslim you must become a Muslim according to shariah law

[@wardatulim]

@@AnonymousEasternPotato ikr these people talking about something they don't even know well of

[@AnonymousEasternPotato]

@@LorienzoDeGarcia hahaha.. We have many non-muslims malays which left Islam and no one has been murdered here for leaving Islam. You said they are leaving? Why are the mainland Chinese moving in since past few years? No one is treating you as second class here. You can't even compare how world treat the Palestinians, syrians and other muslim countries to how we treat others here in Malaysia. They should be grateful were are not chasing them out like how Israelites are doing to Palestinians and Ughyurs and every other muslims in another part of the world.

[@user-zr7ls5rk1c]

All the muslims here trying to act this is not islam related lol 😂everyone should go listen to the Arabian Prophet and be informed of this sick political movement

[@Succeshero-yw1rl]

E EXACTLY!!

[@flowerpower452]

Islam surely isn’t to blame!! Ignorance from people like you are!!!!!!

[@flowerpower452]

Random Potaccoon No sweetie they don’t how can you say that all Muslims are the same? Would you say that all Christians and Jews are the same? No of course not , some follow and some don’t .How about all the shootings that have happened in the States is it fair to say that Christians are to blame? No that’s not fair , good and evil exist in any religion/country/race/ it can also be a mental problem people go through you just can’t blame religion for it! Islam’s teachings came to Earth to correct the Bible and Torah which have been changed over the years , so the Quran is like an updated version of the Bible and Torah which not even one letter has been changed since it was sent down to this Earth and ever since Muslims have followed but not all Muslims follow some are just Muslim by name! May god guide you to the truth ! I advise you to read more about Islam but from real practicing Muslims!

[@maxb9315]

@@flowerpower452 Islam surely isn't to blame. How many times have we heard that? After every Islamist terror attack, every so-called honour killing, every suppression of women, every attempt to impose Sharia in Western countries, etc, etc, all we hear from people such as you is, 'Its' nothing to do with Islam!' Do you really think we are stupid enough to believe you? If you really want a benign religion, consider converting to Jainism.

[@maxb9315]

@@flowerpower452 You can not assert, as if it were a fact, that the Koran has never been changed. If you'd care to search on KZbin, you'll find several videos that dispute this and offer cogent arguments and evidence to back up their point. Much of this research has been undertaken by respected Islamologists too.

[@SaberRiryi]

Hate to hear the story, but love that it's being told. Love this series of videos as well. Sharing on social media!

[@suhaswagre3396]

P in Islam stands for peace ✌️.....if u know what i mean

[@Jon-xq3kn]

That is GREAT! I'm gonna use that one.

[@koolerkaida8002]

@@austin426512 Allah is not a human, so how can he piss?

[@josephyacoub1105]

Raf Ahmed Hey Fuck head lot of people use your fucken Quran for toilet paper ☪️🖕

[@Succeshero-yw1rl]

Suhas Wagre PISLAM 👍🏻

[@Animeow08]

Suhas Wagre all dumb motherfuckers in the comments section

[@synnerlig]

I couldn’t imagine being without my daughter 💔 I hope that you’ll get to hold them in your arms again ❤️

[@abduly.7272]

Stephaine you're an amazing woman with a hard hitting story. I hope you and your kids the best. You made a lot of brave decisions. Any dogma that would separate a parent from their child through any means is a disgrace. Your husband should not be allowed to strongarm you like this, and I hope everything goes your way.

[@mikesteven213]

Wait... she tried to strong arm him first, he strong armed her after he learned of her treachery LOL.

[@stephanietessier106]

And if that was the case, my daughters now deserve a life devoid of opportunities and choices because of that? Impressive thought process.

[@mikesteven213]

No no, she mentioned her being strong armed, I mentioned how she began the strong arming. I never said that she shouldn't attempt to give her daughter's opportunities.

[@Fenristripplex]

Religion of peace ladies and gentleman.

[@donnahilton471]

This religion encourages murder and slavery and repression.

[@mr.clorox7005]

@Manal Habibzai piss of jamal

[@knowledgeinhindi5234]

Why would someone specially woman covert to Islam. Its like asking yourself to put behind the bars on your own...... Crazy

[@JV-oi6ch]

They are all gluttons for punishment.

[@SundrampillaiGunaratnam]

Why convert to madness?

[@ssam3275]

Imagine a world without Islam...

[@lillettesam]

I hope her kids get to see this someday

[@stephanietessier106]

My most fervent hope. I talk to them, but their dad supervises, which severely limits topics.

[@nanduday8158]

I am ex muslim from India.. and very happy

[@DoorknobHead]

This reminds me of what "The Apostate Prophet" signs off with -- "...and remember, stay away from Islam."

[@highpockets359]

Islam: not even once.

[@user-no4gc6rv8k]

Astagfirullah.

[@peterstallo4387]

Yes.. apostate prostate is right... prophets.. damn right.. stay away... a must.. looks at their behaviour at speakers corner...

[@Succeshero-yw1rl]

You are a strong woman! Islam is a dangerous cult...

[@user-no4gc6rv8k]

∂є нα¢к

[@neginosmani9986]

Oh really

[@religion_of_piss8494]

Keep preaching, Stephanie! Tell the world how dangerous and evil the cult really is. You may save hundreds or even thousands of clueless teens by doing so! Stay sound and strong!

[@TheNightOcelot]

Beautiful woman, in all senses of this word

[@uddipanachoudhury2300]

Islam is getting scarier day by day...no hard feelings....sorry... It is scary.

[@arunmurali5513]

Let me see what explanation Muslims have for this...

[@MS-ob2lg]

People often mix culture with religion. Her husband was following his cultural traditions, while Stephanie misunderstood what she was reading in the Quran. For example: 1) “O mankind! Fear your Lord Who (initiated) your creation from a single soul, then from it created its mate, and from these two spread (the creation of) countless men and women.” (al-Qur’an, 4:1) This Verse clearly expounds that man or woman are created from a single entity and are basically equal genders. As a gender, one is not superior to the other. 2) Alleging that the Prophet Muhammad sanctioned - or even permitted - the beating or raping of women is patently false. If anything Chapter 24, verse 24 says “those who accuse chaste, unwary, believing women are cursed in this world and the Hereafter.” Women must be protected from such evil and despicable acts. It is recorded that the Prophet Muhammad ordered a man to be punished for rape based on the sole testimony of the rape victim.

[@MS-ob2lg]

@pablo ezkibar Unfortunately, you try to provide an argument by giving out false information: Quran (4:24) and (33:50) ACTUALLY says: And [also prohibited to you are all] married women except those your right hands possess. [This is] the decree of Allah upon you. And lawful to you are [all others] beyond these, [provided] that you seek them [in marriage] with [GIFTS from] your property, desiring chastity, NOT unlawful sexual intercourse. So for whatever you enjoy [of marriage] from them, give them their due compensation as an obligation. And there is no blame upon you for what you mutually agree to beyond the obligation. Indeed, Allah is ever Knowing and Wise. Quran (5:6): O you who have believed, when you rise to [perform] prayer, wash your faces and your forearms to the elbows and wipe over your heads and wash your feet to the ankles. And if you are in a state of janabah, then purify yourselves. But if you are ill or on a journey or one of you comes from the place of relieving himself or you have contacted women and do not find water, then seek clean earth and wipe over your faces and hands with it. Allah does not intend to make difficulty for you, but He intends to purify you and complete His favor upon you that you may be grateful. Quran (2:228) Divorced women remain in waiting for three periods, and it is not lawful for them to conceal what Allah has created in their wombs if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. And their husbands have more right to take them back in this [period] if they want reconciliation. And due to the wives is similar to what is expected of them, according to what is reasonable. But the men have a degree over them [in responsibility and authority]. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise. Quran (4:11) Allah instructs you concerning your children: for the male, what is equal to the share of two females. But if there are [only] daughters, two or more, for them is two thirds of one's estate. And if there is only one, for her is half. And for one's parents, to each one of them is a sixth of his estate if he left children. But if he had no children and the parents [alone] inherit from him, then for his mother is one third. And if he had brothers [or sisters], for his mother is a sixth, after any bequest he [may have] made or debt. Your parents or your children - you know not which of them are nearest to you in benefit. [These shares are] an obligation [imposed] by Allah . Indeed, Allah is ever Knowing and Wise.

[@MS-ob2lg]

@pablo ezkibar You cannot change the translation of the Quran, just to make it fit in your perspective. That translation wasn't from my interpretation, it was from a nation of peaceful, practising muslims: AGAIN: Quran (4:11) Allah instructs you concerning your children: for the male, what is equal to the share of two females. But if there are [only] daughters, two or more, for them is two thirds of one's estate. And if there is only one, for her is half. And for one's parents, to each one of them is a sixth of his estate if he left children. But if he had no children and the parents [alone] inherit from him, then for his mother is one third. And if he had brothers [or sisters], for his mother is a sixth, after any bequest he [may have] made or debt. Your parents or your children - you know not which of them are nearest to you in benefit. [These shares are] an obligation [imposed] by Allah . Indeed, Allah is ever Knowing and Wise. Quran (2:282) O you who have believed, when you contract a debt for a specified term, write it down. And let a scribe write [it] between you in justice. Let no scribe refuse to write as Allah has taught him. So let him write and let the one who has the obligation dictate. And let him fear Allah, his Lord, and not leave anything out of it. But if the one who has the obligation is of limited understanding or weak or unable to dictate himself, then let his guardian dictate in justice. And bring to witness two witnesses from among your men. And if there are not two men [available], then a man and two women from those whom you accept as witnesses - so that if one of the women errs, then the other can remind her. And let not the witnesses refuse when they are called upon. And do not be [too] weary to write it, whether it is small or large, for its [specified] term. That is more just in the sight of Allah and stronger as evidence and more likely to prevent doubt between you, except when it is an immediate transaction which you conduct among yourselves. For [then] there is no blame upon you if you do not write it. And take witnesses when you conclude a contract. Let no scribe be harmed or any witness. For if you do so, indeed, it is [grave] disobedience in you. And fear Allah . And Allah teaches you. And Allah is Knowing of all things. Quran (2:223) Your wives are a place of sowing of seed for you, so come to your place of cultivation however you wish and put forth [righteousness] for yourselves. And fear Allah and know that you will meet Him. And give good tidings to the believers. Quran (53:27) Why did you change your interpretation of the gender of the angles from female to male? Stupid. "Indeed, those who do not believe in the Hereafter name the angels female names," I've explained everything in my previous text. Learn how to READ instead of trying to MISLEAD.

[@arunmurali5513]

Forcing someone to accept your violent faith, how u fit this thing in quran.

[@arunmurali5513]

We know what is love jihad...

[@GarbageCanster]

I am so sorry.

[@bulmax8726]

This happens when you marry someone without knowing what you’re getting into. As a Muslim myself I condemn the behaviour her husband because it’s wrong!!!!! But this lady should’ve looked into his ideologies more because he sounds like an extremist... Never join a religion for someone because you enter for the wrong reasons and you’ll never know the true meaning or it.

[@stephanietessier106]

I joined before I met my husband. I studied Islam quite a bit. Ahkam, tajweed, fiqh, learned some Arabic for Quran, and had memorized and learned tafsir for parts of the Quran plus maybe half the last juz. It’s a mistake to think I (or other ex Muslims) didn’t THINK and REASON our way out of Islam as we studied it. People change and ideologies change, I knew my husband well enough, 8 yrs in Canada before we ended up in libya. Beyond all this, Islam is what it is: sexist, homophobic, absurd and violent, as taught by the Quran and “prophet”. And if you knew anything about Islam you’d have to support what my husband did. Never stay in a religion just because your parents brainswashed you into it. Also, the god of Abraham hates you. If you’re comfortable with that, more power to you!

[@JV-oi6ch]

@@stephanietessier106 while there are many red flags not to join the cult, the obvious one is the fact that their men can marry girls who don't belong to the faith, but their women cannot marry men who do not belong to the faith. That should make people realize that this cult is all about control and growth of their numbers in order to be the most dominant faith in the world by virtue of the number of believers.

[@TheGiacchina]

I had a Muslim boyfriend (long time ago) and we planned to get married and move to his country in the Middle East. I figured everything would work out somehow (I was quite deluded, of course). But then one day he casually mentioned "you'll have to convert to Islam when we marry." We had never talked about this before. My immediate answer was, "OK, but I'll always really be a Christian." That night, I thought about what I had said so quickly .... and it gave me pause. When the wedding plans fell through soon after that, I was so relieved ... felt I had avoided a cosmic blunder. Thank God for putting those words and that thought into my head!

[@KarlFort]

glad you escaped that death cult

[@cizia69]

I have empathy for you Stephanie.

[@Jr-qo4ls]

So sad, heartbreaking. Custody issues between parents are always difficult, but belief systems really complicate the situations.

[@cryptotim9259]

Brave, strong woman. My heart goes out to you and your children. Stay strong, never give up. I send you my love and I hope that you get your children back.

[@helpinghand862]

I m an exmuslim..thanks to god ..i was able to do so...

[@petestreet7535]

"Thanks to god". Lmao.

[@gamotter]

Thanks for sharing. Would love to hear more from Stephanie about her conversion to Islam when she was young.

[@imatcarletonuni]

I am a Muslim woman and I am sick of being a second grade creature to man especially at a mosque where I cannot even sit with my own husband and sons to pray. Female equality is mentioned in Quran yet in mosques the sharia law is more important than God's law

[@NehaSharma-eo9lc]

We all are with you Stephanie but I wish if we could do any single help to you. More strength and courage to you. :(

[@lizkallis1474]

bravo keep fighting the oppression

[@ManlyOBeeferton]

In before 'this isn't the _real_ Islam'..

[@stephanietessier106]

Oh it's very real. As I mention in the video my husband was actually magnanimous, islamically speaking. Should not have kept me as a wife at all.

[@123kkambiz]

Real islam is Daash.

[@themsmloveswar3985]

Stephanie, I watched the video last year. And it was a painful story. You are correct to speak about this. Because there are women born into Islam, who think it is "normal" to have men who are more in love with bad ideas than their own wives. And that NEEDS to be challenged. Stephanie, you have time to start a new life. And you deserve another chance. There are men out there who WILL respect you, and who will give you a relationship centred on you, not centred on a stupid, disrespectful concept that is called "honour". Press the reset button, and leave that clown behind you. Defeat Islam, with a new life for yourself. Like Yasmine Mohammed did.

[@maibennben3701]

As an ex muslim i can confirm that this is real islam

[@monkehballs8996]

this IS the real islam sadly

[@hadzmizahadzami1579]

As a Muslim.. I TOTALLY against separating children from their mom even in cases like this.. if the children are safe with their mom regardless her religion, so why not..???

[@limelight4838]

When i was 22 i got separated from my husband. One day a woman aproached me and said that there were arab men who wanted to marry Filipina , If i agree one of them would support everything me and my children's needs, buy house and lot and other offers but i need to convert to islam.but i refused I already got the picture there. that is another way of spreading islam.

[@blackmore4]

Just when you thought it impossible to despise a religion more...

[@christinetilton4562]

My heart breaks for her and her girls. I hope that someday they will find a way out and come to her

[@Hephsibah1]

this breaks my heart, i'm so sorry this is just horrible, children shouldnt be seperated from their mothers, not at such a young age, and I cannot imagine your pain, it is just not right, an injustice and sacrilege, it goes against the core of God's design. I read the books "Princess" and "Nadia" and its just all wrong. You are very vrave, very courageous, tough minded, remain strong. Dont give up. Such a big price, but there is good news, you are not forgotten, God knows your name, and He shall help you, ask He can do more than you can think or imagine. Ask your heavenly Father in the name of Jesus, and He shall answer you. thats a promise.

[@ReenaZ6569]

Stephanie, it also happened to my friend. Sad but true

[@JV-oi6ch]

This happens to countless women and yet they continue to fall into the trap day after day. By the time they realize they are in the trap, it is a hopeless situation. Women all over the world need to be made aware of this menace.

[@thatguy-gl3zl]

Interesting and sad.

[@joannapawelkiewicz6507]

great souled man

[@anna-majandersson6716]

This is so heartbreaking, but sadly not uncommon.... 😢💔

[@zaidsserubogo261]

You are not alone: I left the ignorence, cruelty, and oppression of theism and I am now free

[@afifkhaja]

You are such a brave lady. Be patient and follow through with all legal channels in order to regain physical custody of the kids. I am sure they will reunite with you soon

[@SiberianExpress2007]

This sad story illustrates how belief in the afterlife devalues this life. Depriving children of what makes this life fulfilling and meaningful is child abuse.

[@mikesteven213]

Holy shit, they're in Libya... that place is destroyed.

[@stephanietessier106]

We were there before and during the uprisings/war. I then asked my husband if NOW he'd bring us back to Canada. I quote him: "it would be better for you guys if you and the girls got raped and killed in Libya than if you bring them back to Canada and raise them to be whores and then it's hell guaranteed.... " He wasn't even angry when he said it. Pretty sure he just meant it. How do you fight against that?

[@mikesteven213]

I'm sure you can't fight that. I don't know what to say. I'd rather give the girls an opportunity to live free of war, even if that does mean they lead an immoral life. The choice would be theirs.

[@christusvincit6696]

Lord Jesus Christ. Son of the living God....please reunite her with her girls!!!

[@mayatiririt9053]

Paz y Bien yes let’s pray for her and her children ...

[@einc70]

🙏

[@Turandot29]

Hate to tell you this, but Jesus has no pull with the Libyan gov't.

[@sandysoma6817]

We pray in Jesus Christ’s name that her daughters be reunited with their mother and know the Love of God Almighty .Amen!

[@eileencloonan8261]

Reminds of a film starring Sally Fields entitled, "Not Without My Daughter."

[@Jr-qo4ls]

Same. Sad that things like this keep happening.

[@nazia-ZM]

Watching this breaks my heart. I hope you are reunited with your daughters soon.

[@Earthling108]

Look Misogyny sucks in all cultures. But dear God Islam takes it wayyyyyyyy tooo farrrrrrrrr. I feel sorry for her. I wish there was something I could do to reunite the mom and kids.

[@kamaruddinabdullah425]

My sister, yours is a sad story. I cannot help, but I tell a little about myself. I am a 62 years old Muslim man. I know 2 Muslim men who are apostate (or close), as was I. Even so, I never stopped believing in God. My disbelieve is Islam was never about God. It was about my understanding of philosophy and justice not in accordance with Islam that made me stop being Muslim. It was only when I realised how brainwashed I had been (at 42 years old), that I could address each of my brainwash. And at 62 years old, I finally address the concerns which led me to stop being Muslim. These concerns, I had to address on a basic level, which are the Koran and the hadiths. Nobody could help me, because nobody helped me to address those concerns. I guess, even if you stop believing in God, there is a chance He will help you, anyway. But there is a better chance of help coming if you do believe and ask. Islam, the religion, is not the same as Muslims, not the culture.

[@cannibal_redneck7109]

This religion infuriates me so much

[@NavyLady82]

I'm starting to question my decision.

[@usc4405]

What an amazing amazing Women.Brave Courageous. She had me crying in the beginning. I wish her all well. Thankiu for sharing . This channel deserves many many more subsxribers. I readd a book named not without my daughter..but it had a happy ending

[@usc4405]

Its so heartbreaking 😔😔😞😞😞

[@ajrwilde14]

5 years without seeing her children?! How is she still able to function...

[@azooziogz8900]

I’m a Muslim my self and I got advice for women If you want to date someone don’t date Muslim men because it’s just not a good idea it’s 50/50 when it comes to Muslim men but at lest Muslim men are slowly becoming better 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@mukulbajaj123]

True face of islam

[@matthewscott1091]

I’ve watched a much longer video (about an hour) of her telling the full story. The manipulation & threats her husband used were disgusting. Christianity has undergone major reformations, and an even newer one is starting (progressive Christianity which is needed). Islam just hasn’t gotten to that point yet unfortunately. It’s as if it’s several reformations behind & needs to catch up. As it is now it does far, far more harm than good & is the justification for the enslavement, oppression & killings of countless men, women & children across the globe (including countless believing Muslims). 😔

[@freespeech9267]

Wow that's sad, at such a young age not even 3 years old yet, her daughter was able to understand/know she cant get and do things just for being a "Girl". So sad. They will soon grow to know how bad the Religion is.

[@imenehariri2139]

An Algerian Atheist here, i still live in Algeria as a closeted atheist and i honestly will probably never leave, I'm being pressured into marriage lately and i honestly am so against marrying a Muslim, now that I'm seeing this video i stand even stronger to my decision, i won't marry a Muslim, i won't have his kids and i won't put them and myself through the things this woman and her daughters had to go through.

[@timaibrahim7685]

Im also a libyan atheist!

[@peorakef]

hope this turned out good.

[@gerardk51]

reminds me of "Not without my daughter" movie

[@syedrahim1394]

I hope you see your kids one day

[@rasheedsalaudeen7721]

No compulsion in religion.

[@rajeshshetty4862]

This story needs to be told across the world . There are many European girls that marry Muslims , without knowing what they will be going through

[@shokitsadiq6251]

PRAISE GOD IN JESUS NAME AMEN HALLELUJAH GOD BLESS YOU SISTER

[@juliannah5721]

Oh, sweetheart. I'm sitting here, crying with you. I know you'll never read this words, but tonight this Christian girl is going to pray HARD that you get your kids. That might seem ironic, for religion put you in this mess, but religion is flawed, not God. We get him wrong, we put rules in His mouth He never intended. Regardless, the God I believe in is love, and motherhood is sacred to Him. I will pray to my God for you and your girls, for all of your peace & happiness.

[@bizhongwu900]

God bless you, and your children, hope you will get your children finally. Brave woman.

[@edwardv7991]

2:05 I always hear Muslims men (ironically) saying that Islam liberates woman rights but strangely you have a little girl who is able to identify the gender inequality in Islam at such a young age. If a child is able to see it, why can't you?

[@moazzamabbassayyed3827]

Very sad to know the story. No morality can allow separation of children from mother.