Buddhism, What does Buddhism say about Homosexuality?
I am talking about long term, committed, monogamous homosexual partners who are faithful to each other...
Is that a misconduct/sin/ wrong thing as per Buddhism?
I am sick of Christianity..It does not accept me as what I am..
I am thinking of choosing a better open-minded religion.
As long as safe, non-injurious sex is practiced between the monogamous gay partners, is it a concern in Buddhism?
Buddhism says nothing about homosexuality but has a problem with any kind of sexual relations that can be injurious to your or your partner's health.
Edit: Buddhist is NOT atheistic. There are many gods and goddesses and deities in Asian Buddhism but not all Buddhists believe in them. Buddhism seems to be a very flexible religion.
religion is to have faith in divine and universal truth. it does not say anything about sexuality.It is PTO humans to decide which way they want. Both are separate issues.
Both are abominations to God - the One Who created you.............................and Christianity has nothing to do with the laws that God created; we obey them and tell others who are willing to listen about His Word. If someone does not like what God commands, then he/she can take up that issue with their Creator; your "argument" is not with His children
In Western Buddhism, there seems to be a growing acceptance of consensual and safe same-sex sexual activity as moral. In many Asian countries, cultural influences cause many Buddhists to continue of a long tradition of considering same-sex behavior to be a form of sexual misconduct, no matter what the nature of the relationship is.
The Metropolitan Community Church is an international fellowship of Christian congregations. It is considered by many to be a full mainline denomination or communion. There are currently 300 congregations in 22 countries, and the Fellowship has a specific outreach to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans gender communities. Acceptance of homosexuality is an important part of its theology.
The Moravian Church declared in 1974 that gays and lesbians were full members of the Christian community. In 2002, the Northern Provincial Synod placed a moratorium for the time being on further decisions about homosexuality
The Old Catholic Churches in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and the Netherlands view homosexuality as moral, permit gay and lesbian priests, and bless gay couples.[citation needed] These should not be confused with the Roman Catholic Church, nor should one confuse the positions of the Old Roman Catholics (traditional Old Catholics) with those of traditionalist Roman Catholic groups who hold the identical position of the Roman Catholic Church.
The United Church of Canada, the largest Protestant denomination in Canada, affirms that gay and lesbian persons are welcome in the church and the ministry.
Buddhism -=Is not a religion=- there are no gods in Buddhism, so basically Buddhism is atheist, the only thing that matters in Buddhism is your own development and compassion.
To have love for another living being seems the way of Buddhism, and you are not harming anyone, personally I would say it's all good with the buddies philosophy of living.
look sex is always for animals and human. sex is nothing to do with any religion. The idea and thought of sex will take one away from spiritual path. All religions who have originated in Asia and India treat sex as hindrance in spiritual and religious progress. It is considered as 'sin'.
With what you've listed, yes that type of relationship is very acceptable. I've heard a Buddhist teacher explain how non-committed and polygamous relationships are not a good idea and full of harm, but even then, Buddhism is not one to condemn or impose harsh moral rules or conduct upon anyone. Buddhism more so suggests and provides ways to live with most peace and harmlessness without being negative or violent in the process of providing these suggestions. If there's a homosexual relationship full of joy and harmlessness and growth (as you've listed) of course it is accepted!
One thing I remind myself: I am gay and I live by Buddhism. I also find myself falling into negativity's, I find myself very attached to my lover at times. I find myself lustful, I find myself ignorant, I find myself jealous. There's no way to be perfect, I am aware of these aspects and everyday I grow more and more toward happiness. I do not just live with these aspects, I commit myself to growing. My homosexual relationship is beautiful, full of growth and laughter and much joy! I have accepted my challenges as ways to grow, and Buddhism helps greatly!
Why don't you try practicing atheism. You dint need to worship a god. Worship yourself.
I suggest the movie "zeitgeist" you can Polly find it on you tube also
Or bill mohair's movie "religious"
Those are decent places to begin forming an opinion of atheism
Nothing. Buddhism talks about humans and how to end our suffering.You can follow Buddha's teachings no matter what is your sexual orientation.Because sexual orientation has nothing to do with ending the suffering.
Thanks
Hope this helps!
Buddhism, What does Buddhism say about Homosexuality?
