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'''Homosexuality''' is "sexual desire or behavior directed toward a person or persons of one's own sex."<ref>http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/homosexuality</ref> Homosexuality has a number of causal factors that influence its ultimate origination in individuals which will be addressed shortly. In addition, homosexuality has a variety of effects on individuals and [[society]] at large which will be subsequently elaborated on. Next, some of the historical events, [[Religion|religious]] matters, and [[law|legal]] matters relating to homosexuality will also be covered. In regards to [[Homosexuality Research|homosexuality research]], much of the research that has been in regards to the causes of homosexuality and the effects of homosexuality has been done since the latter part of the 20th century.
'''Homosexuality''' is "sexual desire or behavior directed toward a person or persons of one's own sex."<ref>http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/homosexuality</ref> Homosexuality has a number of causal factors that influence its ultimate origination in individuals which will be addressed shortly. In addition, homosexuality has a variety of effects on individuals and [[society]] at large which will be subsequently elaborated on. Next, some of the historical events, [[Religion|religious]] matters, and [[law|legal]] matters relating to homosexuality will also be covered. In regards to [[Homosexuality Research|homosexuality research]], much of the research that has been in regards to the causes of homosexuality and the effects of homosexuality has been done since the latter part of the 20th century.
== Biblical Statements Regarding Homosexuality ==
== Biblical Statements Regarding Homosexuality ==
[[Image:Moses.jpg|thumb|150px|right|The prophet [[Moses]] authored the book of [[Leviticus]].]]
[[Image:Moses.jpg|thumb|150px|left|The prophet [[Moses]] authored the book of [[Leviticus]].]]
In regards to [[Homosexuality and the Bible|homosexuality and the Bible]], below are some [[Bible]] verses that condemn homosexuality:
In regards to [[Homosexuality and the Bible|homosexuality and the Bible]], 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.