Homosexuality And Religion

пÑ"? The beliefs of many North Americans about the nature of homosexuality, fall into one of two patterns called "conservative" and "liberal" in the table below. Because of space limitations, some of the descriptions are necessarily very brief, and lack depth.

Conservative Liberal

Generally held by:

NARTH the National Association for Research and Therapy of Homosexuality -- a small association of therapists

Most conservative Christians and their denominations.

Religious conservatives within Judaism, Islam, Sikhism, etc.

Some members of mainline religious denominations.

Generally held by:

Human sexuality researchers.

Professional mental health therapists and their associations.

Gays, lesbians and bisexuals.

Most religious liberals and their faith groups.

Some members of mainline religious denominations

Homosexuality is a behavior. It is what one does. Homosexuality is an orientation. It is part of one's being.

Attitude towards homosexuality is based largely on biblical passages. Attitude towards homosexuality is based largely on scientific studies and personal awareness.

Homosexual