Would you consider changing your religion?

Post by **Melisa Jane** » 23 Feb 2024, 06:05

This is a discussion topic for the February 2024 Book of the Month, "Beyond the Golden Door: Seeing the American Dream Through an Immigrant's Eyes" by Ali Master.

Would you consider changing your religion?

Cristina-Ioana Toader · Post by **Cristina-Ioana Toader** » 23 Feb 2024, 08:17

I'm always interested in learning about different religions and beliefs. Exploring other perspectives can be enriching and help me understand the world better. However, my current faith holds deep meaning for me, so while I'm open to learning, I don't foresee changing it.
However, here's an alternative question to consider: Would Ali have reached the stage of altering his religion if he hadn't encountered Judy?

Cheryl Erickson · Post by **Cheryl Erickson** » 23 Feb 2024, 22:37

I have had a strong faith and been a member of the same religion all of my life. I have been open to learning about other religions and took a class on world religions. I have had others attempt to proselytize me, but it just made my own faith even stronger. So I don't think that I would ever change my religion.

Brandon Sanderson · Post by **Marie Chalupová** » 25 Feb 2024, 04:32

I am currently not following any religion although I am also not calling myself strictly atheist. So for me that would be more of a would I start following any religion. Which obviously is much easier decision. Yet I am not sure I could commit to any. Probably if some life changing event happened to me that would convince me.

For religious people to change, that seems like an unlikely thing but I can see it when the person grows up within religion and follows it just because parents do and later they find their own belief as an adult.

Post by **Christabel nmeso** » 25 Feb 2024, 11:45

Delving into such a profound subject as religion and personal belief systems is always thought-provoking. As for myself, I remain steadfast in my own spiritual journey without seeking to alter my faith.

Omneya Shakeep · Post by **Omneya Shakeep** » 25 Feb 2024, 12:32

I am a strong believer in my faith, however, I am always open to educating myself about other religions and beliefs. But I don't see myself altering my current religion.

Kathy Smith 16 · Post by **Kathy Smith 16** » 25 Feb 2024, 12:58

I don't trust the people who run religions so I'm happily agnostic.

Post by **Joy Stanley** » 26 Feb 2024, 02:01

I won’t ever consider changing my religion. I’m happy where I am and I think it will remain that way.

passionatereader2 · Post by **passionatereader2** » 27 Feb 2024, 00:41

I want to learn more about other religions and I don't like some part of misinterpretation people have about my religion but I don't see myself changing my religion.

Post by **Sunday Onuorah** » 27 Feb 2024, 06:49

I have had a strong faith and been a member of the same religion all of my life. I have been open to learning about other religions and took a class on world religions.

Rocky Ellery James Tumbelaka · 28 Feb 2024, 10:59

I have strong faith in my religion and it is more than just a way of life. I don't really have any desire to learn other religions, but I believe that as long as I remain respectful to other religions that it would be okay.

Amy Luman · Post by **Amy Luman** » 28 Feb 2024, 17:29

I wouldn’t change my religion. It is very much a part of me. With that being said, however, I do think that learning about the beliefs of others is very important. I think being a Christian is less about religion than it is about living out one’s beliefs. At least it should be.

Post by **Chitra Ayengar** » 29 Feb 2024, 11:39

I have strong faith in my religion. It is not an apparel or jewellery that we can keep changing. I feel it is a way of life. We can always respect other beliefs and accept others perspectives remaining being true to our faith.

Post by **Chitra Ayengar** » 29 Feb 2024, 11:40

I have strong faith in my religion. It is not an apparel or jewellery that we can keep changing. I feel it is a way of life. We can always respect other beliefs and accept others perspectives remaining being true to our faith.

Seetha E · Post by **Seetha E** » 01 Mar 2024, 00:09

Religion holds a significant place in my life, and I firmly believe that it is more than just a set of beliefs. To me, it is a complete way of life that guides me in everything I do. However, I also understand and appreciate the diversity of beliefs that exist in the world, and I make it a point to respect them. Despite any differences in perspectives, I remain steadfast in my faith and strive to uphold the values it teaches me.