apostasy
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They each fled the country after converting to Christianity from Islam, which Iran's Shariah law classifies apostasy punishable by death, and sought refuge in the U.S. to practice their newfound faith freely.
From Salon
Ethnic Malays account for two-thirds of the country’s 33 million people and must be Muslims, with apostasy considered a sin.
From Seattle Times
He said the formation of the state of Israel in 1948 and a growing “apostasy” among Christian churches have triggered interest in apocalyptic Scriptures.
From Washington Times
Acts of “apostasy,” or formally quitting the church as Gala did, are on the rise in Poland.
From Seattle Times
He is part of the Argentine Coalition for a Secular State that is leading an apostasy movement.
From Seattle Times
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