Linda Gilbert THEO202_B10_201340 Short Essay #2 Short Essay on Anthropology: Marriage and Divorce Marriage originated with the command from God that it was not right for man to be alone (Gen. 2:18). Despite its Holy intent, marriage has become less of a covenant and more a fashionable arrangement. Moreover, the careless manner in which marriage vows are so easily dismissed in today’s society should cause all Christians to evaluate the biblical stance on the matter, not just those who are in troubled marriages. The Bible teaches that marriage is centered on the union between one man and one woman (Gen. 2:24). This bond is best portrayed in the relationship of a covenant where marriage is seen as a mechanism for growing, healing and maturing through time, mirroring the relationship between God and his people.
The words of the Bible as they have been translated from language to language have been proven unjustly and their meaning no longer holds true valor to the argument that homosexuality is wrong in the eyes of God. It is clear to see the changes that occur in the meaning of scriptures as the verses are restated in their true context without outside influence set upon them. The end result proving that society has been taught through smoke filled mirrors the lessons and laws of the Bible. Making it easy to point fingers at those unnatural without truth and living a life where their own stones are overturned without consequence. With these facts, gay marriage should not be considered an abomination nor a sin.
They provide evidence for the idea that life starts at conception with biblical quotes like "the days ordained to me were written in your book before one even came to be" and "your eyes saw my unformed body" suggesting that our personhood in God's view starts at as soon as the egg is fertilised. With that in mind, one of the ten commandments: "thou shalt not kill" would apply strongly to foetuses, and this is why many Catholics believe abortion is wrong under all circumstances. As for the societal implication, Christians could argue that allowing abortion could lead to a lesser respect for human life in general, which is disrespectful to God who gave us the divine gift of life. From the perspective of Joseph Fletcher's situation ethics, abortion can be seen as unacceptable in many cases where the amount of agape love is not maximised. This could mean in cases where the mother could look after the child comfortably with love and care but chooses not to out of selfishness instead (one of the four functioning principles: pragmatism, would need to be applied to decide).
Islam is one of the newest religions. Islam was founded around the year 622 (Nosotro). Muslims (people who follow Islam) follow a book of laws called the Koran (or Quran), while the book the Jews follow is the Torah. The laws are very strict, and there are consequences for those who do not follow them. There are five major obligations for Muslims: testimony of faith, prayer, giving zakat, fasting in the month of Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to the Mecca.
The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment Abstract Clifford and Joyce Penner, husband and wife sexual therapists and educators, bring a full and biblical perspective to sexuality and sex in their book titled The Gift of Sex: A Guide to Sexual Fulfillment. The review and critique of this book reveals five major themes; a biblical perspective, the physical dimension, the total experience, when sex isn’t working and enhancing the sexual experience. Penner and Penner lay the foundation with an understanding of God’s creation and purpose for sexuality followed by an explanation of the physical aspects of the body and how it works. Next they illustrate the complete sexual experience from the beginning interests in the encounter to cleaning up afterwards. Recognizing that many people struggle with sexual issues, they address the emotional, physical and relational challenges facing people today and offer guidance in overcoming many of those issues.
Birth control came to the forefront of the American conscious as a major moral-religious controversy in the early sixties (“Religion,” par. 1). Some clergymen argued for it to control over-population (par. 5). Others against it argued that God created sexual intercourse for two purposes within marriage: to unite husband and wife, and to reproduce (par.
Law and Gospel in Galatians Sabrina Williams REL 325 Prof Brandt February 13, 2012 Paul’s letters repeatedly address the issue of Law and Gospel. In his letters, he tries to answer the question of salvation. Are we saved by following the Torah or is it through faith in Jesus as the messiah? This is a question that our early church fathers wrestled with and Paul tries to express his view on it and we find proof of that in his letter to the Galatians. During the time of Paul, Jews were so preoccupied with upholding the Law that their lives where devoted to a strict regimented life.
Value System Everyone has a value system that helps him or her with the sexual decision-making process. Through my life experiences, religious upbringing, and personal beliefs, I have created a mixture of value systems that make up my moral acceptability and framework in my sexual decision-making. Prior to Class My values system for making responsible sexual decisions cannot be described in one value system. In my early years, legalism was what I proclaimed to believe. Doing my best to abide by the rules and laws in The Holy Bible; this was the belief I was raised to adhere.
Symbols are important; they are a common cultural currency which we each use to help create our sense of self. Thus when the traditional nature of marriage is challenged in any way, so are people’s basic identities. By asking legislatures to pass “Defence of Marriage” acts, voters are using the law to create the cultural equivalent of a copyright or trademark on the institution of marriage to prevent it from be challenged too much. In 2003, when a bare majority of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ordered the state to recognize gay marriages, the three dissenting judges based their opposition largely on children. "It is difficult to imagine a State purpose more important and legitimate than ensuring, promoting, and supporting an
This brings up questions and arguments of why they oppose gay marriage. Religion plays a part in this argument; their definition of marriage is between a man and woman as stated in the bible, specifically the book of Genesis (“Should Gary Marriage” 2). In response to their accusation, while from a religious viewpoint marriage is defined between a man and women, marriage is ultimately a legal binding by law. People can be married in a church that may symbolize their marriage, but until they receive a legal documentation of their marriage license they are not considered married. Marriage is also not a religious right in the United States; it is a civil right as stated in the Constitution under the Federal Marriage Amendment (Longley 1).