same sex relationship christianity Flashcards
(7 cards)
1.
Many Christians oppose same-sex relationships and marriages on Biblical grounds, and tend to regard marriages as between a man and a woman (Leviticus 20:13 refers to same sex relations as ‘a disgusting thing’ punishable by death; 1 Timothy 1:8-10 explains that laws are made for those who do wrong, including those who take part in same sex activities).
2.
Anglicans currently do not allow same- sex marriages in church, though some clergy might agree to a church blessing.
3.
Quakers have welcomed same sex marriages for some years
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The united reform church has allowed individual churches to have same sex marriages in their buildings if they wish to.
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Catholics prohibit same sex marriages as they see marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
- Islam
Sex should always take place between a husband and wife
- Islam
Same sex marriages or relationships are not allowed (Quran 7:80-81)