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| | == Causes of homosexuality == | | == Causes of homosexuality == |
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| − | [[Causes of Homosexuality|Homosexuality has a number of causal factors]] that influence its ultimate origination in individuals; these factors will be addressed shortly. In addition, homosexuality has a variety of effects on individuals and [[society]]. Next, some of the historical events, [[Religion|religious]] matters, and [[law|legal]] matters relating to homosexuality will be covered. Finally, the latter part of the 20th century has seen a [[Homosexuality Research|large body of research]] on the [[Causes of Homosexuality|causes]] and effects of homosexuality. However, it is common knowledge that homosexuality is totally natural, after all, why would people still be gay if they knew that they would face severe hatred and discrimination in some areas of the world? Homosexuality cannot be cured, and so called "gay camps" which are meant to cure people are lies - there is nothing wrong with homosexuality therefore why would you want to cure it? That's like trying to cure somebody of having ginger hair, it is a physical impossibility. | + | [[Causes of Homosexuality|Homosexuality has a number of causal factors]] that influence its ultimate origination in individuals; these factors will be addressed shortly. In addition, homosexuality has a variety of effects on individuals and [[society]]. Next, some of the historical events, [[Religion|religious]] matters, and [[law|legal]] matters relating to homosexuality will be covered. Finally, the latter part of the 20th century has seen a [[Homosexuality Research|large body of research]] on the [[Causes of Homosexuality|causes]] and effects of homosexuality. |
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| | == Biblical statements concerning homosexuality == | | == Biblical statements concerning homosexuality == |
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| − | The bible happens to be based on Agape, which means selfless love. This means that you should love your neighbour no matter what their sexual orientation, and that discrimination is unjust. Jesus said that the greatest commandment is to love thy neighbour, and the best way to do this is to accept people for whoever they are, no matter who they choose to love.
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| | [[File:Prophet Moses.jpg|thumb|200px|left|The prophet [[Moses]] authored the book of [[Leviticus]] ]] | | [[File:Prophet Moses.jpg|thumb|200px|left|The prophet [[Moses]] authored the book of [[Leviticus]] ]] |
| | For more information please see: [[Homosexuality and biblical interpretation]] and [[Homosexuality and the Bible]] and [[Atheism and homosexuality]] and [[Atheism and the persecution of homosexuals]] | | For more information please see: [[Homosexuality and biblical interpretation]] and [[Homosexuality and the Bible]] and [[Atheism and homosexuality]] and [[Atheism and the persecution of homosexuals]] |
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| − | Below are some [[Bible]] verses that condemn homosexuality. However, these are all useles- every one of these is taken from a time which was over 2000 years ago and so are unbelievably culturally influenced. The majority of these teachings have been taken from the Old Testament, and much of this is deemed nonsense in today's society - for example you should be stoned for wearing two different types of material. Therefore, these are only here to display the wrong attitude onwards homosexuality, and as Christians we should love and accept homosexuals. | + | Below are some [[Bible]] verses that condemn homosexuality: |
| | * [[Leviticus]] 18:22 - You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination. | | * [[Leviticus]] 18:22 - You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination. |
| | * [[Leviticus]] 20:13 - If there is a man who lies with a male as those who lie with a woman, both of them have committed a detestable act; they shall surely be put to death. Their [[blood]] guiltiness is upon them. | | * [[Leviticus]] 20:13 - If there is a man who lies with a male as those who lie with a woman, both of them have committed a detestable act; they shall surely be put to death. Their [[blood]] guiltiness is upon them. |