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Secret believer punished for her faith

Secret believers in Central Asia often face a big challenge regarding the issue of honour and shame, as upholding the honour of the family is one of the most important duties, particularly when it comes to women.

Samida*, a 26-year-old Christian woman from Central Asia, is bringing shame on her family in two ways: She is still single, and she

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