Name Change - Name Change On Religious Conversion

Name Change On Religious Conversion

Further information: Religious name

Adherents of various religions change their name upon conversion or confirmation. The name adopted may not have any legal status but will represent their adopted religious beliefs.

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Famous quotes containing the words change, religious and/or conversion:

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    ‘Tis that repeated shocks, again, again,
    Exhaust the energy of strongest souls
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