Homosexuality and Religion

Discussion in 'Religion Archives' started by Thoreau, Nov 24, 2007.

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Is being gay a sin?

  1. Yes

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    20.0%
  2. No

    36 vote(s)
    80.0%
  1. Thoreau Valued Senior Member

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    Is being gay a sin?

    Is being gay a sin in YOUR opinion?
     
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  3. Baron Max Registered Senior Member

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    Being gay is not a sin, but giving in to the urges of homosexuality, acting on those urges, is a sin.

    It's sorta' like being a kleptomaniac, with intense urges to steal things. Being a klepto isn't a sin, but stealing is.

    See?

    Baron Max
     
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  5. Carcano Valued Senior Member

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    Even being effeminate is a sin...according to the bible.
     
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  7. ashura the Old Right Registered Senior Member

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    As I personally don't believe in sin, I voted no.

    Is it a sin in certain religions like Christianity or Islam? I'm fairly (85%?) sure it is. I'd have to look up the specific text to make sure for you though.
     
  8. spidergoat pubic diorama Valued Senior Member

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    Maybe, but it's not wrong.
     
  9. Baron Max Registered Senior Member

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    Maybe not to you, but it is to many other people. And the last time I checked, it was wrong to the greater majority of people. So, ....that must mean it's wrong, huh?

    Baron Max
     
  10. ashura the Old Right Registered Senior Member

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    Huh, didn't know you think the majority is always right Baron.

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  11. Baron Max Registered Senior Member

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    Oh, it isn't always right .....but in this case, it is!

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    However, I'm a big believer in "society" ...and in the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the individual. So....

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  12. spidergoat pubic diorama Valued Senior Member

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    On the planet, or in 'Merica?
     
  13. Thoreau Valued Senior Member

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    blacks being segregated in the 50's and 60's

    and blacks being hung and kept as slaves

    women to be denied the right to vote or have a job.

    In all these cases the majority saw these things as right at the time.

    Just because the majority see's one thing as wrong, doesn't mean it is wrong.
     
  14. spidergoat pubic diorama Valued Senior Member

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    The trend is definitely towards more acceptance, especially from young people.
     
  15. Donnal Registered Member

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    i dunno if its a sin i hvent been gay yet or lately

    i guess if u are happy why the bloody hell not
    and as long as u dont abuse ur position as a gay
    none is getting hurt i dont see what wrong with it
     
  16. shorty_37 Go! Canada Go! Registered Senior Member

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    Hi, Mz3

    I wouldn't say it is a sin. I think a lot of ppl are uncomfortable with the whole idea,
    and don't agree with the lifestyle.

    Can I ask you a personal question? What does your family think of you being gay?
     
  17. Thoreau Valued Senior Member

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    Well, when I told my mom I was gay, she told me she is bisexual. lol Then we went to a gay bar together hahaha. I love my mom. When I told my dad, who is VERY closed-minded and hates gays, he told me that he didn't care because I am still his son and nothing is going to stop him from loving me. He had one request though, that I don't bring over guys, which was fine by me. It was his house, who am I to disrespect his rules.
     
  18. shorty_37 Go! Canada Go! Registered Senior Member

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    Sounds like they were supportive of you. That is good. I would think it would be much harder for Dads to accept then moms. She must be a pretty cool mom to have done that lol. So do you get together with them with your b/f?
    Or Dad still doesn't want to see that?
     
  19. Thoreau Valued Senior Member

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    Actually both of my parents love my boyfriend. We went and visited my parents last year and we all have a wonderful time. My dad has evolved alot since I told him 8 years ago. My dad is a historian and collects military memorabilia. When we visited my boyfriend hung out with my dad more than I did, showing him his military stuff and whatnot. lol
     
  20. shorty_37 Go! Canada Go! Registered Senior Member

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    Sounds like when my dad comes over. My b/f spends more time with my Dad. He loves talking about when he was in the war. He repeats himself like a broken record. He just loves talking about History and Politics. I just casually disappear lol.
     
  21. Thoreau Valued Senior Member

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    HAHAHA Sounds SOOOO much like me and my family lol.
     
  22. Looney Whaaaaat? Registered Senior Member

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    Being gay in it's self is not a sin according to most religions.
     
  23. Orleander OH JOY!!!! Valued Senior Member

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    I'm an atheist so I don't believe in sin. Immorality yes.
    Anyways, no, there is nothing wrong with it. My Mom is praying for you though. lol
     

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