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Old 07-26-2010, 04:04 AM
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Default Is Taoism a gay friendly religion?

just what the question says, thanks
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Old 07-29-2010, 04:04 AM
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Old 07-30-2010, 04:04 AM
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Something you've got to learn about Eastern religion...Their culture is different than ours. They don't get hung up on sex and sexuality...it's not an issue for their religions. It's not a "moral" choice...it just is. Most if not all Eastern ideas are gay friendly, or more accurately gay neutral.
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Old 08-03-2010, 04:04 AM
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Taoism is not a religion as much as it is a philosophy. It does not speak about homosexuality (pro or con). It emphasizes nature, and the Way. There is the Way, which cannot be known, and should not be fought. It is a very passive way of living.
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Old 08-07-2010, 04:04 AM
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Taoism and Buddhism are both gay friendly philosophy/religions; they see the innate goodness in all people, regardless of color,
culture or sexual preference. Equality, Acceptance, Loving-kindness, Friendship, Patience and Compassion are positive mental/emotional factors practiced in these peaceful religions.

*(Sabrina H. is incorrect with her assumptions).


With Metta - from a Theravada Buddhist.

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Old 08-12-2010, 04:04 AM
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No.

Taoism promotes health through adherence to natural order. Homosexuality is unnatural, therefore unhealthy. Such activity is out of harmony with the Tao and therefore discouraged.

There is, however, a double-standard when it comes to lesbianism.

EDIT: I love how I'm the only person who provided sources, but I'm going to get modded down because people don't want to hear the truth.
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