Is a Muslim girl – who has recently converted to Islam and lives with a non-Muslim family – sinful if she is forced to read their "holy" book to avoid revealing her conversion, and what is the solution to the problem of her being forced to marry a non-Muslim given her fear of her family's reaction if she announces her conversion to Islam?
First: Congratulate the sister who embraced Islam and emphasize the greatness of this achievement, thanking Allah for this blessing, while recommending prayer and other religious obligations. Advise the questioner to be cautious about continuing the relationship with her and to connect her with righteous Muslim women to avoid the whispers of Satan.
Second: Lighten the religious obligations for the sister to what she is capable of, while emphasizing the importance of prayer and the intention to openly practice Islam and fulfill obligations when she is able.
Third: It is permissible for her to sit with her family and read what is called "the Bible" out of necessity, focusing on behavioral aspects rather than doctrinal ones.
Fourth: Her marriage to a pagan is forbidden, and it is necessary to try to prevent this by all means. If it is not possible, she should inform her family about her religion. If they do not force them into marriage, she should stay with them. If she fears for her religion, she should leave her family's home for an Islamic center or a trustworthy Muslim family to preserve her faith.
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