Homosexuality
Much diversity exists among individuals who identify themselves as homosexuals. While there are some who fit the stereotype of a sexually promiscuous male who cannot maintain a relationship, the vast majority of gay people, female and male, live quiet, normal lives. Many gay people raise children, alone or with partners. Because of the sexist connotation of the word "homosexual," gay or, for women, 'lesbian', is more politically correct. In recent years, Gay Rights has become an issue in many parts of America, as men and women struggle to be accepted as ordinary citizens. There are various treatment and diversity issues that gays and lesbians are facing. For information on homosexual rights and homosexuality in general see the articles below.
New Hampshire Governor Lynch Says Yes to Civil Unions
Governor John Lynch of New Hampshire says he will sign a bill allowing same-sex civil unions, expecting the bill to pass in the state Senate next week.
Kansas Supreme Court Nixes Underage Gay Sex Law
The Supreme Court in Kansas unanimously struck down a state law Friday that provided stiffer punishment for underage sex involving homosexual acts.
British Army Joins in Gay Pride March to Welcome Gay Soldiers
The British army made a bold step toward attract homosexual recruits by participating in the annual Gay Pride festival in Manchester this past weekend.
Christianity and Homosexuality
Many Christian faiths hold that homosexual behavior is (and always has been) a sin. Some faiths also condemn homosexual orientation, regardless of behavior.
Religions and Homosexuality
Here you can find information about various views of Homosexuality in Buddhism and Islam.
Health Hazards of Homosexuality
Research suggests that being gay or lesbian is not genetically or biologically hazardous, but that risk factors are conferred through "homophobic fallout."
Understanding Homosexuality
Some early civilizations, such as those of ancient Greece and Rome, often accepted homosexual behavior but, in general, did not make a distinction between homosexuality and heterosexuality as orientations. Homosexual and heterosexual responses were considered to both be "natural" feelings that manifest to a greater or lesser degree in different individuals.
Homosexuality and our forefathers
In most ancient cultures it was an accepted form of sexual behavior, the only interesting fact being lesbian women were more closeted than gay men. The great debates that surround homosexuality, same sex marriages and other questions that are raised as ethical have appeared only in the prudish Victorian times.
History of Homosexuality
What is the History of same sex unions? Well, There is a long history of same-sex marriages in the western world. Many early western societies tolerated it. Surprisingly, they even celebrated same sex relationships. Proofs of same-sex marriage are not clear, but there are some evidences, of same-sex marriages in ancient Rome. They can also be traced in ancient Greece, and even in medieval Europe. There are also some other evidences of Same-sex unions among Native Americans and Africans.
The Great Marriage Debate
Marriage has been shown repeatedly to make people happier, healthier and wealthier. When society doesn’t value your relationship it is harder to value it yourself. Society labels same-sex couples as second-class citizens by denying them the opportunity to validate their relationships.
The Anglican Culture Wars
Andrew Brown: Gafcon's bishops have chosen to shout about homosexuality yet again. But are they also gearing up for a clash with Islam?
An Unheavenly Silence on Homophobia
Clerics at the Global Anglican Futures Conference have been slow to condemn violence against homosexuals. It's incredible, and unchristian.
Whether You Think He's Gone Too Far or Not Far Enough, He Has Made an Honest, Brave and Thoughtful Contribution
Bishop whose U-turn on homosexuality has shaken up the Anglican church
Logo Sponsored Presidential Hopefuls Debate - Prepping a Minority or Pandering
Two rebukes repeatedly leveled at Christians from today’s champions of "tolerance" are becoming wearisome when trying to apply scriptural admonition to the practice of homosexuality. First is the idea that calling it sin always means that believers hate homosexuals. The second is the feeling that Christians who hold to biblical truth are not in the twenty first century.
Legal Bills Soar in Church Homosexuality Row
The legal costs of a dispute between the US Episcopal church and conservative parishes that have broken away in a row over a gay bishop have already risen to an estimated $700,000 (£354,000) or more.
Poland to Ban Schools From Discussing Homosexuality
The Polish government is to ban discussions on homosexuality in schools and educational institutions across the country, with teachers facing the sack, fines or imprisonment.
Anglican Leaders Avoid Church Split Over Homosexuals
US Episcopalians take steps to avoid rift - Archbishop's report seen as rebuff to conservatives
Two Anglican Parishes Lead Anti-gay Split From Us Church
Two of the oldest Anglican parishes in the United States voted to split from the Episcopal church yesterday over its liberal attitude on issues such as homosexuality.
Ireland's British Embassy Hosts Same-sex Couples
The British embassy in Dublin is hosting civil partnership ceremonies for gay couples because same-sex unions are not legal in Ireland.
Homosexuality and the Bible
The Bible certainly contains anti-homosexuality references. However, those references reflect the cultures and times of the writers - not the condemnation of God.
Homosexuality
Arguments for the right of Homosexuals to practice their lifestyle, based on the ideals of liberty and justice.
Vatican says active gays not welcome in priesthood
But it will allow men who have "clearly overcome" homosexual tendencies for at least three years to proceed toward the priesthood.
Gay men and women – how and when to ‘come out’?
Telling family and friends you're gay can be a stressful experience. This article gives tips to help it go more smoothly.
Homosexual and Transsexual Narcissists
Autogynephilic transsexuals are subject to an intense urge to become the opposite sex and, thus, to be rendered the sexual object of their own desire. In other words, they are so sexually attracted to themselves that they wish to become both lovers in the romantic equation - the male and the female.
Homosexual Narcissists
What is the typical profile of a homosexual narcissist? Why is he always on a lookout for new victims? Is he lying or is he telling the truth when he says that he "wants to get laid" by one and all? If he is not suicidal, is he not afraid of AIDS?
Muslim Alliance Derails Un's Gay Rights Resolution
A UN vote on homosexual human rights was yesterday derailed at the last minute by an alliance of disapproving Muslim countries. The UN had been due to vote on the matter for the first time in its almost 60-year history, but five Muslim countries delayed the vote until today and introduced...
Outrage at Vatican Ethics Dictionary
The Vatican published an ethical dictionary yesterday saying homosexuality has "no social value", warning against concepts such as "safe sex" and "reproductive health" and insisting that condoms don't protect against sexually transmitted diseases. The book, one of the Vatican's most...
Modern Sexual Taboos and Their Morality
Questioning the ethics of many sexual taboos, such as prostitution, homosexuality, and others. What makes a radical thinker who they are? Or, what makes a revolutionary idea so revolutionary? And, as my article will question, how far can a radical thinker go?
Gay Couple Test Texas Sodomy Law in Supreme Court
A significant case for sexual rights went to the US supreme court yesterday, where lawyers for two Texans arrested in their bedroom asked the court to overturn their convictions for sodomy under a state law against homosexuality. The challenge to the sodomy laws that still exist in 13...
Marriage has been shown repeatedly to make people happier, healthier and wealthier. When society doesn’t value your relationship it is harder to value it yourself. Society labels same-sex couples as second-class citizens by denying them the opportunity to validate their relationships.
The Anglican Culture Wars
Andrew Brown: Gafcon's bishops have chosen to shout about homosexuality yet again. But are they also gearing up for a clash with Islam?
An Unheavenly Silence on Homophobia
Clerics at the Global Anglican Futures Conference have been slow to condemn violence against homosexuals. It's incredible, and unchristian.
Whether You Think He's Gone Too Far or Not Far Enough, He Has Made an Honest, Brave and Thoughtful Contribution
Bishop whose U-turn on homosexuality has shaken up the Anglican church
Logo Sponsored Presidential Hopefuls Debate - Prepping a Minority or Pandering
Two rebukes repeatedly leveled at Christians from today’s champions of "tolerance" are becoming wearisome when trying to apply scriptural admonition to the practice of homosexuality. First is the idea that calling it sin always means that believers hate homosexuals. The second is the feeling that Christians who hold to biblical truth are not in the twenty first century.
Legal Bills Soar in Church Homosexuality Row
The legal costs of a dispute between the US Episcopal church and conservative parishes that have broken away in a row over a gay bishop have already risen to an estimated $700,000 (£354,000) or more.
Poland to Ban Schools From Discussing Homosexuality
The Polish government is to ban discussions on homosexuality in schools and educational institutions across the country, with teachers facing the sack, fines or imprisonment.
Anglican Leaders Avoid Church Split Over Homosexuals
US Episcopalians take steps to avoid rift - Archbishop's report seen as rebuff to conservatives
Two Anglican Parishes Lead Anti-gay Split From Us Church
Two of the oldest Anglican parishes in the United States voted to split from the Episcopal church yesterday over its liberal attitude on issues such as homosexuality.
Ireland's British Embassy Hosts Same-sex Couples
The British embassy in Dublin is hosting civil partnership ceremonies for gay couples because same-sex unions are not legal in Ireland.
Homosexuality and the Bible
The Bible certainly contains anti-homosexuality references. However, those references reflect the cultures and times of the writers - not the condemnation of God.
Homosexuality
Arguments for the right of Homosexuals to practice their lifestyle, based on the ideals of liberty and justice.
Vatican says active gays not welcome in priesthood
But it will allow men who have "clearly overcome" homosexual tendencies for at least three years to proceed toward the priesthood.
Gay men and women – how and when to ‘come out’?
Telling family and friends you're gay can be a stressful experience. This article gives tips to help it go more smoothly.
Homosexual and Transsexual Narcissists
Autogynephilic transsexuals are subject to an intense urge to become the opposite sex and, thus, to be rendered the sexual object of their own desire. In other words, they are so sexually attracted to themselves that they wish to become both lovers in the romantic equation - the male and the female.
Homosexual Narcissists
What is the typical profile of a homosexual narcissist? Why is he always on a lookout for new victims? Is he lying or is he telling the truth when he says that he "wants to get laid" by one and all? If he is not suicidal, is he not afraid of AIDS?
Muslim Alliance Derails Un's Gay Rights Resolution
A UN vote on homosexual human rights was yesterday derailed at the last minute by an alliance of disapproving Muslim countries. The UN had been due to vote on the matter for the first time in its almost 60-year history, but five Muslim countries delayed the vote until today and introduced...
Outrage at Vatican Ethics Dictionary
The Vatican published an ethical dictionary yesterday saying homosexuality has "no social value", warning against concepts such as "safe sex" and "reproductive health" and insisting that condoms don't protect against sexually transmitted diseases. The book, one of the Vatican's most...
Modern Sexual Taboos and Their Morality
Questioning the ethics of many sexual taboos, such as prostitution, homosexuality, and others. What makes a radical thinker who they are? Or, what makes a revolutionary idea so revolutionary? And, as my article will question, how far can a radical thinker go?
Gay Couple Test Texas Sodomy Law in Supreme Court
A significant case for sexual rights went to the US supreme court yesterday, where lawyers for two Texans arrested in their bedroom asked the court to overturn their convictions for sodomy under a state law against homosexuality. The challenge to the sodomy laws that still exist in 13...