Information On Online Dating Websites For Muslims

By Laura Kelly


Most couples today started their relationship by dating. Some time back, it was a norm for parents to find spouses for their children. Wives of kings and princes were picked by themselves from parades which were held exclusively for this purpose. In other civilizations women were pitted against each other and the winner got the man in question. Deciding competitions included were traditional among other series of contests. Here are facts regarding online dating websites for Muslims.

Most religions forbid women from looking for husbands. They have to wait for a man to ask them out otherwise it is considered inappropriate for a woman to ask a man out. In religions such as the Hindu, a woman has to list the qualities of a man they would like and give them to the parents who will search for the right guy. Pictures of eligible men will be brought for the woman to choose from thereafter.

Currently with advancement of technology and introduction of the westernization culture things have really changed. Women can now choose their own husbands. They can also date men before marrying them unlike before where they had to get married to total strangers. They can also ask men out if they feel attracted to them.

Nowadays parents do not have the influence over marriage and dating like before. Absence of their involvement in these arrangements could be the source of the problems seen. Cases of relationships not ending in marriage are rampant. Lack of involvement of parents means that the parties involved do not respect each other enough. This is what contributes to suicide, depression, divorce, heartbreaks and relationships not ending up in marriage.

One of the results of advancements in technology is the introduction of online dating platforms. The sites are intended for linking people searching for spouses. They allow them to find, socialize, and start relationships leading to marriages. A site takes the form of a chat room with people of varied ages, backgrounds and histories all look for compatible partners. They can date or marry partners they are interested in.

The sites have doubled over time. It is estimated that in recent years over 40 million individuals have joined have these groups. Different reasons are driving people to online dating. Some are simply shy while some suffer low esteem. These reasons hinder them from meeting people in person during the first encounter. Over time online dating gives one encourage to meet their partner in person.

To other people it is a way of relieving stress as it feels good sharing a problem with a stranger. To such people seeking the help of a stranger makes them feel better besides talking. The good side with online dating is that it has helped people find marriage partners. They have also helped wade off suicidal feelings among some of the users.

Other than that online dating can be very dangerous since people may tend to trust the people they talk to who may turn out to be murderers or rapists. It is also dangerous meeting with these people for the first time. So one should make sure they meet at a public place.




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