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15, female, USA, Christian
Okay, let me explain a little...
I have met gay people. I had a friend who was gay, I don't hate gay people and I don't like it when people are hateful to homosexuals.
But.
I don't agree with it. I'm not sure exactly why though...it just rub's me the wrong way.
I suppose it has something to do with the Bible(considering I am a Christian). But I know the Bible also says "Love your neighbor as yourself" and also not to judge others unless you are in a position to do so, such as being a judge or jury in court. So for that reason (among others like just being a decent person) I try not to judge them, and basically just have the mentality of 'let them take it up with God'.
Plus the fact that, a male and female can reproduce, yet two of the same sex can't. Species reproduction is nature, and homosexuality somewhat counters that. I understand adoption or not wanting to have kids, but in adoptions case they're still not reproducing, just raising a kid without a home.
But before you call me homophobic or something of the sort, please understand I do not hate homosexuals. I simply don't agree with their way of living (I guess you could say) for a multitude of reasons, most of which I'm unsure of.
And in the case of them being born that way, I do believe I heard somewhere that it has something to do with a hormonal imbalance that can be corrected with a shot or something, though I am unsure if that is factual.
Basically, I'm a little worried I will be judged throughout my life for not agreeing with homosexuality completely. Even though I'm not completely sure why.
Plus I just wanted to vent out my thoughts a bit. Though understand I am not trying to change anyone's opinions or beliefs. Believe what you will, I am simply stating what I believe, and I want to hear/read other peoples responses.
Any thoughts (or anything you want to correct me on) you have on this matter I would greatly appreciate reading. (Though do try to be polite)
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Hi there. Your feelings are not especially unusual or confined to those who have strong religious beliefs (which may not exactly 'approve' of homosexuality) either. I think the line you take of not being judgemental, not trying to change or condemn, or impose your feelings on them is a very healthy and well balanced attitude. In effect you are saying you do not subscribe to the idea yourself, and in fact freely admit it 'rubs you the wrong way' but you respect and even defend the right of those who do to live the life they choose. Of course, homosexuality is not a dangerous or seditious perversion. Homosexuals of either sex are no more or less likely to be rapists, molesters, paedophiles etc than any heterosexual person. They present no threat to individuals or society in any way. I feel you that you are showing a character that is liberal, Christian and truly humanitarian. In effect, you are saying "I may not agree with what you say or do but I defend your right as a human to say it or do it". Great attitude mate...you're doing fine. What we call a well-developed and mature character. You're feeling a little guilt, maybe? You perhaps feel it shouldn't 'rub you the wrong way' at all? That's YOUR human right, YOUR right to live as you choose, believe what you believe and have your own opinions and values. Of course, the greatest humanitarian cannot defend malicious, illegal and immoral, or subversive acts. That's anarchy, not liberalism! X
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Thank so much for not just jumping down my throat and calling me names! I have been looking into it more and someone I was talking with in person said something that really made sense to me: "Homophobia is a FEAR of homosexuals. If you aren't AFRAID of them, that you cannot be called that." I am not afraid of them, any more than I am afraid actors who have had one wife after another they cheated on. I don't approve of that lifestyle either, but there is no line of people waiting to call me an "scumball-actor-o-phobe!" :) Thanks!
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