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What are traditional Christian views on sex ?

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It is a gift from God that should only take place between a married man and woman.

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What to Christians believe about homosexuality?

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They don’t agree with homosexuality as :
God intended marriage to be between a man and woman, homosexuals can’t procreate which is a key purpose of marriage and it undermines the family unit.

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What do modern Christians believe about homosexuality?

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It is natural as humans were created in God’s image so love between all people should be celebrated as the Bible teaches respect for others.

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What happened in 2013?

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The law was changed in the UK to allow same-sex marriages.

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What is premartial sex?

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It is sex before marriage.

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What do Christians believe about premarital sex?

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Saint Paul taught it is wrong as a result some Christians take a vow of chastity. Procreation is also a purpose of marriage that provides stability.

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What do Christians believe about sex outside of marriage?

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The Bible says that it is forbidden and that married couples should be faithful as they promised in the vows.

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What are non-religious attitudes about sex?

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Consenting adults should be allowed to share a sexual relationship as long as it does not harm others.

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What do Muslims believe about sexual relationships?

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It is an important bond that should take place between a married heterosexual couple. It fulfills physical, emotional and spiritual needs. It is a gift from God and an act of worship that allows procreation.

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What do Muslims believe about homosexuality? (source of Authority)

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The Quran says that it is unnatural, a choice not a sexual natural orientation.It is wrong as it does not allow procreation. It is a threat to society as it undermines the family unit.

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What do modern Muslims believe about homosexuality?

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It is a natural sexual orientation through scientific evidence and they support homosexual Muslims so that there community does not exclude them.

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What do Muslims believe about sex before marriage?

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It is forbidden and Muslims take a vow of chastity until after marriage and therefore meetings between unmarried couples are often chaperoned.

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What do Muslims believe about adultery?

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It is a serious crime in many Muslim countries with the death penalty as a punishment.

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What do non-religious people think of adultery?

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It is wrong as it involves breaking trust and promises made.

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What do Christians believe about the purpose of marriage?

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They believe that it provides companionship and support and through it one can share a sexual relationship where they can procreate and raise a family. It is a stable life-long commitment to another person which teaches good social behaviour.

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What do Christians believe about marriage? Any contrasting Views?

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It is a sacrament (ceremony where God is involved) that is sacred and binding. It is a gift from God as marriage is a gift from God which is a part of God’s plan as said in the Bible.

However some may believe that God doesn’t want everyone to be married through Jesus’ example, nuns believe they have a vocation from God.

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What do Christians believe about marriage? Any contrasting Views?

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It is a sacrament (ceremony where God is involved) that is sacred and binding. It is a gift from God as marriage is a gift from God which is a part of God’s plan as said in the Bible.

However some may believe that God doesn’t want everyone to be married through Jesus’ example, nuns believe they have a vocation from God.

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What do Muslims believe to be the purpose of marriage ?

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To procreate, strengthen society, share love, companionship and sex which is Allah’s intention for humans.

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What do Muslims believe about marriage?

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It is a legal contract intended for life and people are encouraged to marry through the example of the Prophet as Allah created men and women for each other.

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What do Muslims believe about forced marriages?

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They are invalid.

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What do rings symbolise ?

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They are a symbol of the never ending love a couple should have for each other.

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What do non-religious people believe about marriage?

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They believe that it isn’t a religious institution but a couple committing to each other.

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What do Christians believe about homosexuals marrying?

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They are against it as it isn’t God’s intention and same-sex marriage doesn’t allow procreation which is a purpose of marriage.

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What are modern Christian ideas about same-sex marriage ?

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The Church of England does not regard it as a sin but it is wrong. Some Christians focus on teachings on equality and argue that same-sex couples should also be allowed to express their love through marriage.

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What do Muslims believe about same-sex marriage?

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Islam forbids same-sex relationships as marriage is for procreation. Same-sex marriage is unnatural and against Allah’s will.

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What is cohabitation?

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When a couple live together without marrying.

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What do Christians believe about cohabitation ?

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Catholics believe that sex should only happen in marriage as it provides stability and involves sacred vows. However, the Church of England believes that it is OK if it leads to marriage. Others believe that it is OK as not everyone wants to be married.

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What do Muslims believe about cohabitation?

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It is not acceptable and Muslims would often be chaperoned on meetings with the opposite sex.

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What family type do Christians support the most?

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Nuclear families.

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What family type do Muslims support the most?

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Extended families.

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What is a blended family?

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A family joined by remarriage.

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What do Christians believe to be important in families?

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Parents are to love and care for kids and raise them as good Christians, they should baptise or christen them. The children must obey and respect parents and care for them in old age. This is believed to strengthen society and provide structure and support. It also creates security.

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What do Christians believe to be the purpose of family?

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To procreate and make a safe and nurturing environment for children where children can develop a Christian world view by learning how to pray, got to church etc.

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What do Muslims to be important in families and why are they important overall?

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Allah created family to keep society together, they view family as the foundation of community. They follow the Prophet’s example and believe that family teaches love and kindness, through this children can be raised with the Islamic faith and be part of the Ummah. Children must obey their parents and care for old family members.

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What do Muslims believe to be the purpose of family?

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procreation,stability and protection of kids where parents have complimentary roles,educate children about morals and support them and to care for the elderly.

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What do other Muslims believe about family? Why do they live in nuclear families?

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migration and some Muslims in western countries are used to the nuclear family.

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What is gender prejudice?

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When a person is judged to be superior or inferior based on their gender.

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What is gender discrimination?

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When a person is treated differently based on their gender.

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What do Catholic Christians believe about men and women?

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Only baptised men can have a higher rank in the Chruch as they believe that these roles represent Jesus.

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When was the first female Bishop in the Uk?

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First female bishop in 2015

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What do other Christians believe about gender equality?

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It is a teaching from God as a result Christian organisations such as Christian aid support gender equality.

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What do other Christians believe about gender equality?

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It is a teaching from God as a result Christian organisations such as Christian aid support gender equality.

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What do Muslims believe about gender discrimination and prejudice.

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They believe that it is wrong as Allah created everyone so we are all equal and that men and women will be judged in the same way by God. Both genders also have the same rights in religion and education. However they do understand how both genders are emotionally and physically different so they have different roles.

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What is an example of a Muslim who fought for gender equality?

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Malala Yousafzai stood up to the taliban.

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What are Catholic beliefs about contraception?

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Every sexual act should be open to procreation, so it prevents the main purpose of sex.

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What are Protestant beliefs about contraception?

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Sex is for procreation and pleasure between husband and wife,it is good for family planning and doesn’t go against God’s teachings.

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What form of contraception do Catholics allow?

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Natural contraception.

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Why may some Muslims accept contraception?

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To preserve life of mother,protect well-being of current family unit, for family planning as it still allows procreation.

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Why may some Muslims not accept contraception?

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If permanent methods are used as it removes the possibility of procreation which is what Allah intended for humans, some methods are considered early abortion.

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Reasons for divorce:

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adultery,desertification and unreasonable behavior.

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What do Catholics believe about divorce?

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It isn’t recognized,Marriage is a sacrament and a divorce would break promises made with God.

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Annulement-

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Court statement that a marriage is now invalid.

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What do Protestants believe about divorce?

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Not encouraged but is sometimes necessary , people can make mistakes and God can fogive their sins.

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Iddah-

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3 month waiting period.

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Why would a Muslim agree with divorce?

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It is a contract that can be dissolved,the Quran allows divorce and gives guidelines,better for children to avoid anger and bitterness, Shariah permits it.

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Why would a Muslim disagree with divorce?

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Muhammad didn’t divorce so Muslims follow his example,damages family unit and stability of society,Marriage is a contract that cannot be broken.

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What do Christians think of Remarriage?

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Catholics do not accept it and they cannot be held at a Church,Protestants allow it but it may not be allowed to take place at Church.

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What do Muslims think of Remarriage?

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It is allowed and encouraged to provide stability to the family.

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What happens when the same man and woman get a third divorce? in Islam

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The same man and woman cannot get married unless the woman marries another man in the meantime.

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What is polygamy and which religion supports it?

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The practice of being married to more than one person at the same time. Islam supports it.

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What is monygamy and which religion supports it?

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The practice of being married to only one person at the same time. Christianity supports it.

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Christian views for equal roles of men and women:

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Both were made in the image of God, traditional views are outdated, a woman is a man’s ‘helpmate’ so they are meant to work together equally.

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Christian views against equal roles of men and women:

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God gave them different roles as they are physically different, so their jobs are complimentary.
A woman is a ‘helpmate’ so a man is the head of the house and a woman should look after the home.

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Roles of men in Islam:

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Men are the protectors of women and must provide for their family and help raise children.

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Roles of women in Islam:

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Women should have kids and help raise them and look after the home. Women can have a career if they want.

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