#  Speed-Dating, Muslim Style 

 





February 11, 2011

 

 

Author: Adam B. Ellick

Source: The New York Times

[http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/13/nyregion/13dating.html?\_r=1&ref=religionandbelief](http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/13/nyregion/13dating.html?_r=1&ref=religionandbelief)

Muhammad Baig knows exactly what he wants in a son-in-law, but he is also willing to compromise.

Mr. Right would be Pakistani, though someone from India might do. Mr. Baig prefers a doctor or lawyer, yet will accept other professions. He brags about his ability to discern a United States citizen over an immigrant whose status is more precarious by the confidence in his walk. And how can Mr. Baig tell if a candidate comes from a good family — if he prays daily, does not drink, and would not marry outside Islam? Just look at how he dresses.



 

 

 



 

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