Sex ethics (natural law) Flashcards
1
Q
a quote from natural law about homosexual sex?
A
“the natural style of intercourse is to be observed”
2
Q
for natural law what is the central purpose of sex and marriage?
A
procreation
3
Q
what is NL opinion on, homosexual sex, premarital sex, extramarital sex, contraception, masturbation
A
they are all morally wrong, not supported by precepts/ flourishing
sex may feel good but its an apparent good not a real good
4
Q
what might NL say on surrogate sex and IVF
A
‘might’ not be frowened upon (D of DE)
5
Q
give 4 weaknesses of NL?
A
- is what is natural always right?
- illogical to say infertile couple can’t have sex
- aquinas was celibate
- no contraception= STI