So the other day in my religious studies class, my professor was talking about how religion, especially Christianity have been against same-sex marriages and trans-genders. He said that it is about time that the church changed its view on homosexuality since the society back then didn't know that homosexuality was a certain type of human nature that the individuals were born with and it has nothing to do with choice or pressure.
Just to avoid the moaning and groaning and extreme anguish against me as a person let me make my stand clear before i move on with this blog. I was born and raised by good christian parents in the Roman Catholic tradition. I have been taught just about the same things as every other kid/ catholic - my age - about the dos and donts in the path to eternal life. I have went astray from my faith numerous times,, have questioned many of the churches views and even its authority. But this blog isn't about it. This blog is about the issues and what i think about it. I believe that according to the bible, homosexuality is wrong and i accept it and i also do think the same. However, I do not hate the homosexual, i dislike the "act of homosexuality." I do not and would not promote judging the individuals and stereotyping or discriminating against them, because to me GOD IS THE ONE AND ONLY TRUE JUDGE. I ask others to do the same as well if they want to be treated with respect and dignity and kindness as they seek to be.
Now getting back to the topic. the recent Gay Rights bills proposal and the supreme court cases have stirred up a lot of debates and discussions, both on and off media and politics. I think that the issue is not "marriage" but "rights." I support equal rights for everyone. But as far as i know,"marriage" was and is not a right! It is just a privilege, just like a drivers license or a boating license issued by the proper authorities. Most people don't really think about it like that when the issue really comes into play. Also, the problem that Gay couples and transgender couples struggle with the most is "equal socioeconomic benefits" such as tax cuts, employment benefits, etc.
Like I said earlier, marriage is not a right and since it is not a right it is upto the authorities to determine the qualification. Ever since human history started, or based on the history lessons i have had there has never been a report of any religion on this planet supporting Gay marriage and just because their leaders dont say or express their dislike about the practise that doesn't mean that they are pro-gay. And Christianity is the only religion that is being crucified for this firm stand. Yes, CRUCIFIED by the very same society who murdered JESUS CHRIST, the very same JESUS WHOM THEY PRAISED 5 DAYS BEFORE. Just like what mark Anthony and Brutus manipulated the masses of Rome, the masses of today are manipulated by mere ignorance and narrowness of thought. Minds are like attention deficient monkeys on drugs, hopping from thought place to another.
To the people who argue that homosexuality is a genetic trait, can i ask an honest question? Do you guys agree to the act of pedophilia ? IF not why? And what did the society think of abortion before it was legalized? what about after it was legalized? What do you think about incest? I mean psychologically every human is attracted to the parent of opposite sex! think about that.
I think that the proper authority to issue the "marriage license" would be the religion that the "couple" belongs to. Based on my research and conversation with friends from multiple religions i have come to the conclusion that as of right now no religion accepts gay unions as marriages. However, the government can still give the couple permission to a "civil-union" and make amendments to grant the same benefits to these couples as well, thus assuring equal rights. I think that is the best solution.
Again not making any offensive statements or suggestions but some honest thoughts and I am sorry if it emotionally hurt anyone.Thank you for your time,If you have anything to say about it please feel free to do so. You can inbox me, follow me on twitter or facebook.
