Can a person renounce islam?
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Those who believe, then disbelieve, then again believe, then disbelieve and then increase in disbelief, Allah will never forgive them nor will He guide them to the right way. (4:138) \nThis verse proclaims that persons who renounce Islam have the opportunity to re-enter Islam if they so choose. This verse disproves the assertion that according to the Holy Quran an apostate should be put to death. Were death the automatic punishment for an apostate then there arises no question of having the opportunity to join Islam again. This verse mentions apostates who again accept Islam. \nThere is no mention in the Holy Quran or anywhere else of any punishment for an apostate which may be meted out to him by any other person. The consequences of his apostasy in this world and in the next life lie solely in the hands of God. Man is free to accept or reject whatever beliefs he chooses. God says in the Holy Quran: \n\nThere is no compulsion in religion. (2:257) \nIt is the truth from your Lord; wherefore let him who will believe and let him who will disbelieve. (18:30) \nIslam recognizes the right of freedom of conscience and freedom of belief and that as far as one's religious belief is concerned one is answerable to God alone. No man has the right to punish another for his choice of belief. There is absolutely no compulsion whatsoever in Islam and no punishment of any kind permitted in the Holy Quran for apostasy. \nHuman rights are laid own in the Holy Quran which guarantee man the right of perfect freedom of faith and conscience. In such matters God is the Judge - not man. Our constant prayer is Guide us on the Right Path. (1:6) - Amen.
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Of course if I though Islam was the correct (or most correct) religion I would join it.  As it is, though, I cannot be separated from Christ.\nI very much want to learn more about Islam, and I am gradually and steadily learning about it.  \nI believe it is good to know how others think and what they believe.
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It would be really helpful in answering to know where the woman is, as the world is a big and varied place.\n\nThe International convention on human rights enshrines freedom of religion - which means that all countries should allow people freedom to worship or not worship as they please, including changing their religion. Enforcing it is left up to individual governments though.\n\nPersecution for changing your religion is grounds for claiming asylum in Europe or North America, among othrs - the problem is getting the immigration authorities to believe that someone would really be at risk, that the authorities of the home country wouldn't protect the convert, and that they hadn't just made up the story in order to get asylum. In UK at least, the authorities seem programmed to disbelieve any claim not backed by strong evidence.\n\nEven in the West, a woman can be at risk from her family and community for changing religion or otherwise "disrespecting" and "dishonouring" her family. This does not only apply to Muslims. \n\nPeople in this situation need sensitive help, rather than people using them to score points against a religion. \n\nIn Islam, people can be killed for turning away from Islam. In practice, even in Iran, what people do privately is up to them, but converting publicly and evangelising would get you into serious problems; and if a woman's family chose to take their own measures, even if that was against the law, it's unlikely that the authorities would help he at all.\n\nMuslims are often criticised unjustly, but this aspect of it is hard to defend; in fact many Muslims do not agree with killing "apostates", even though the rulings on it seem unambiguous.\n\nBest wishes to the woman concerned, she needs to be careful and given understanding and all support.
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I can state the facts that:\n\nI have seen the practice of killing the converts done in\nmy country.\n(to the very least, usually they were shunned by the society as the outcast)\n \nBut, whether it is truly an islamic thing to do or not, i don't really know.\n\nAnd Nikki, i think you need to get out of your room and open your eyes to the world, dear.\nThere are many that converts from Islam to other religions and happy with it as much as those from other religions that converts to Islam.\n\nNot acknowledging it is just trying to escape from the reality.
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No, you do not have to convert. And chances are that there are a few churches around. So you probably could if you felt like it.\n\nDon't drink the Kool-aid.
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NO one has a right to impose his / her religion on anybody. But he can work to spread his religion and its on the other person to accept it or not. None of the religions of the world teach to impose the religion by force.
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No he can't.\nBut you want Christian answers.\nSo christians would have to batlle with this issue.\nAccording to Islam, Satan has no power over the believers.
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You need proper guidance. And a better teacher to teach you islam and its background. I dont know why non-muslims always have wrong conceptions about islam.
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What Does Islam Say About "Forcing People in Religion?"\n\nA basic and fundamental truth established by the sacred texts of Islam (Quran and Hadeeth) is that: - "No one can be compelled to accept Islam!"\n\nIt is the duty of the Muslims to establish proof of validity of Islam to the people in order for the truth to be distinct from falsehood. Once that is done, whoever wishes to accept Islam may do so and whoever wishes to continue upon their belief may do so. No one is to be threatened or harmed in any way should they chose not to accept Islam.\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n\nNote: It is not only forbidden to compel someone to accept Islam - it is impossible to do so.\n\nPlease consider the meaning of the word"Islam" before continuing to read: \n['Islam'; Ar. from the root 'slm' (silm), to be in peaceful submission; to surrender; to obey; peace; "Islam" lit. 'The active willful surrender, submission, obedience, in purity to the will of another (Allah) in complete peace.']\n\nThe understanding from the meaning of the word "Islam" itself makes it clear that there is no way that you could possibly force someone to do something that requires them to do it of their own free will and accord. If someone were "forced to enter Islam" then it would not be "Islam" anyway, as a condition of "Islam" is that it is by free choice in peace. Forcing people into Islam is totally illogical and certainly not acceptable in concept nor practice.\n\nMore about the word "Islam" [click]\n[Y. Estes]\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\n\nIt is the duty and obligation of the Muslims to establish the truth and proofs of Islam and then allow others the freedom of choice to accept or reject the proofs.\n\nThere are two principle sources of proof for the Muslim. They are:\n\nThe Quran - considered by Muslims to be the absolute Speech or Recitation of Allah, the Almighty. ('Quran' Ar. from the root; qr'a: to recite; Quran; lit. "That which is recited"). More about Quran . . . [click]\n\nThe Hadeeth - teachings of Muhammad, peace be upon him. (hadeeth - Ar. meaning, stories or narrations. The hadeeths have been collected, authenticated [in collections by Bukhari and Muslim called 'sahih', categorized, preserved and memorized for over 1,400 years; all in the original language [Arabic]). More about Hadeeth . . . [click]\n\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\nAmong the many decisive pieces of evidence in Islam to prove that "There is no compulsion in Islam" are the following: \nAllah says in His Quran: “Let there be no compulsion in religion. Truth has been made clear from error. Whoever rejects false worship and believes in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold that never breaks. And Allah hears and knows all things.” [Surah al-Baqarah: 256]\n\nAllah also says in Quran: “If it had been your Lord’s will, all of the people on Earth would have believed. Would you then compel the people so to have them believe?” [Surah Yunus: 99]\n\nAnd Allah says: “So if they dispute with you, say ‘I have submitted my whole self to Allah, and so have those who follow me.’ And say to the People of the Scripture and to the unlearned: ‘Do you also submit yourselves?’ If they do, then they are on right guidance. But if they turn away, your duty is only to convey the Message. And in Allah’s sight are all of His servants.” [Surah Al `Imran: 20]\n\nAllah The Almighty has also said: “The Messenger’s duty is but to proclaim the Message.” [Surah Al-Maidah: 99]\n\nIt is important to note that these last two verses were revealed in Madinah. This is significant, since it shows that the ruling they gave was not just contingent on the Muslims being in
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yeah u sure can....actually anyone of any faith can convert to islam anytime anywhere...\nwell to be a muslim u shld give the shahada. \n\nThe shahadah (Arabic: شهادة‎ translit: Shahādah) is the Islamic creed, is the declaration of belief in the unity of God (Allah in Arabic) and in Muhammad as his prophet. Recitation of the shahadah is considered one of the Five Pillars of Islam by Sunni Muslims. By sincerely stating the shahadah aloud, one is considered to have officially declared oneself a convert to Islam.\n\nRomanization: \n ash hudo alā ilāhā illā-llāhu;wa ash hudu muhammadu rasūlu-llāhi \nEnglish translations: \nThere is no god but Allah (alternatively "God"); Muhammad is the Prophet (alternatively "Messenger") of Allah. \n\nHonest recitation of the shahādah once, in Arabic, in front of two Muslim witnesses, is all that is required for a person to become a Muslim according to most traditional schools.
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No i would not like to learn about islam. Why dont you just go & preach it somewhere else.
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What do you mean by 'going to stop in Islam'? I'm not sure I fully understand the question. I'm sure that there are gay and lesbian websites that you can see if you want.
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The 1st verse you mentioned : 3.85 , Yes if some one don't take Islam as a religion it wont be accepted from him&#92;her in the Doom Day , and Wont be accepted by God. \nTRY TO READ EXPLANATIONS BEFORE MISUNDERSTANDING VERSES \nAnd For Muslim in the life time WE Must Accept ALl Religions according to : \n109:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful \n\n[109:1] Say, "O you disbelievers. \n\n[109:2] "I do not worship what you worship. \n\n[109:3] "Nor do you worship what I worship. \n\n[109:4] "Nor will I ever worship what you worship. \n\n[109:5] "Nor will you ever worship what I worship. \n\n[109:6] "To you is your religion, and to me is my religion." \n\n2nd verse you mentioned , Fight ONLY who Fights us , NOT Who are dealing in tolerant way , according to : 60:8] GOD does not enjoin you from befriending those who do not fight you because of religion, and do not evict you from your homes. You may befriend them and be equitable towards them. GOD loves the equitable. \n\n[60:9] GOD enjoins you only from befriending those who fight you because of religion, evict you from your homes, and band together with others to banish you. You shall not befriend them. Those who befriend them are the transgressors. \n\nAnd Paying "Giziah" or a some of money is only for those from other religions who lives in a Muslim country and Don't participate in defending the country, Now a days it's not taken from other religions as the army of the country consists of all religions. \n\n3rd verse you mentioned , If you try to know who are addressed with the verse you would have understood ! , this verse was addressed to hypocritical people who lived in prophet Mohamed time,and making fake things about Muslims and have a great evil in their heart against the others. \n\n4th verse you mentioned: The link is fake ! and so i cant even understand the verse as u take the part which u want and leave the rest ! \n At Last , Better to Read the Explanation of the Quran and also Try to know who are addressed by the verses .
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I am afraid you will not find good data on this. In many countries you are forced to be islamic. If you don't convert you will be killed. Hear of Dar fur? This is not across the board but it is huge. Many people are disowned by their families if they leave. Here is a link to one guy I know left Isam.
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I can't imagine a buddhist monk converting to Islam, myself.  The two could not be further apart philosophically.
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It depends on what kind of Muslim they are. Those who interpret their faith literally can not.
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there is no tollerence in you for judging without knowing.\nThere are 2 types of disbelievers, the ones who knowingly reject islam, and those that havent heard of islam.  The ones that don't know islam, they are only responsible for believing in one god. The ones that do learn about islam, it is their fault for not pursuing it.\n\n\nEDIT: Just come in to a mosque and put a true attempt at learning islam, if you do not like islam after that then that's your decision to not be muslim.  But don't learn islam from bias sources, come learn from people that know islam best.