Clarification needed

The difference between Shia and Sunni narrows down to a political dispute.  Shia's believe that only the descendants of Muhammad can obtain the Caliphate and Sunni's believe anybody can obtain the Caliphate.  Why should you mingle yourself in such things, just consider yourself a Muslim, non-denominational.  Truly love Allah, his messenger and the family of Muhammad.  Love all humans, and love all that is good.

Peace,
Arabian

Marriage is based on love, an eternal love of heart and soul and is in depth goes beyond the physical intimacy. It may start with initial physical attraction, but it gradually ascends into soul, reaching where the level of love is spiritual, unselfish, and caring. How can that be attained specially for a muslim woman, who knows that she is sinning in the intimate physical act, according to the faith she believes in. Bondage in marriage is emancipated in every aspect of living, thinking beyond self, always willing to sacrifice for each other and for family out of love. On the same token of love reaching that level, there are external forces, which could disturb that harmony. It is only my humble opinion, that believing in different faith is such factor. Think about it carefully! Who are the people in our daily life, in our extended families, our friends, our colleague, that we get along? People who click with us, meaning those, who have similar thinking as ours. We choose from among these groups of people to socialize with. Will, then, this same principle apply in our soul-mates too? Harmony in life is established and maintained with similar practice of faith, specially when you have children. For the well being of whole family to grow together soundly with physical, emotional and spiritual development, it is so very important that both parents believe in the same philosophy of life. Different set of philosophy and faith brings confusion in the development of minds of children. What is sacred in one religion, is all right to be consumed in the other or what is considered as God or image of God, is an idol worship in other. Please know, that I am just making a point regarding differences in practice of religious beliefs and not condemning any religious practice. My humble suggestion would be to search and study and analyze and talk about it with open mind of learning and knowing. A good example here is from consumer world that we live in.. You want to buy an outfit. If you buy from one shop, you will never know, if this one was the best in terms of color, design, price etc. but if you shop around, you will have that satisfaction, that you bought the best. Religion is important part of life. It is essential for our spiritual being. Without religion, we cater to only our physical existence of flesh and blood. So search for the one which appeals to your conscious mind. Analyze,discuss and compare notes and thoughts, strengths and weaknesses in your faiths and then choose one as partners in life and eternity. May The Most Merciful Almighty God lead you to the right path, God willing! I will share experiences of family and friends in that relation, if I get positive and open response from you. Modar

The One wrote: Hey Arabian! Thats interesting! Considering that Quran directly rejects the concept of reincarnation. As far as I know only Quran and Hadith are considered the true works. I have read Quran, but couldn't find anything supporting reincarnation. I would be pleased to know about those verses that support reincarnation. This brings us closer. Thank you. Aparichitudu

Though, I don't know about Quran, but can you point out the source of incarnation in hinduism? I mean, which Veda originally presented the idea of incarnation or rebirth? What I know from Quran is that when we all die, we would remain dead in our graves, untill the day of Judgement when we all be called alive to account for our actions and deeds done in our lives on earth. So, the concept of rebirth is little different, I think, from your ideas of rebirth in the form of reincarnation. But again, I shall appreciate it if you can point out its source of information, e.g. Vedas, or Mahabaratta or other epics etc.