RELIGION, FEMINISM AND HOMOSEXUALITY
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2016-02
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RELIGIONS JOURNAL OF THE NIGERIAN ASSOCIATION
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The discourse on human sexuality is a complex one, controversial issue from time immemorial. There have been several connects and arguments by scholars in favor and against sex marriage. The subjects of feminism and homosexuality are very much at the forefront of Christian ethnical discussion even in this present time Feminism means different things to different people and in different places. This work discussed why the act of Homosexuality is condemned biblically and culturally in the Nigerian context. There have been several comments and views from some religious groups as touching same sex marriage. In fact, there are arguments that favor and at the same time oppose same sex marriage with equal rights by these religious organizations. The same view that these religious groups have about same sex marriage is the same with homosexuality. As a result, antagonists of same sex marriage have expressed concerns that limit their religious franchise. Presently, religion has become more visible. therefore, it is important that feminists consider their approach to religion very carefully most especially for the sake of other women if not for their own sake. Historical and analytical methods were adopted in this work. The motivation for this work is that moral values should be protected. The main beneficiaries of this work are the youths and religious organizations in our contemporary society. In conclusion, from the study of Homosexuality, there should be an insight that should begin to change the understanding on which other disciplines are based.
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: Religion, Gender, Lesbians, Gay and Feminism, Homosexuality