Words denoting prestige and respect gradually lose their original meaning and association in a free society. Commercialization will tap into the prestige of the word, while radicals are always looking for something to rebel against. "Civil Marriage" is one such word. Many want its respect and benefits, but few want to adhere to the rules that made it socially respectful and State supported. [PROTOTYPES - 3 blogs]]
The Same-Sex marriage legal category includes other types of same-sex couples: for instance, any aunt and her adult niece who need to live together for financial reasons, same-sex room-mates in a college dorm who would like some extra tax deductions and shared health insurance, any two friends of the same sex, etc. How can it be that religion is opposed to these relationships becoming recognized by government, with corresponding benefits?
It would also be proper to ask "which religion?", and point out that everyone has a sort of religion, or philosophy, or value system, and thus the criticism could be turned around to state that support of same-sex civil marriage is rather due to some people applying their philosophy of life.
The Same-Sex marriage legal category includes other types of same-sex couples: for instance, any aunt and her adult niece who need to live together for financial reasons, same-sex room-mates in a college dorm who would like some extra tax deductions and shared health insurance, any two friends of the same sex, etc. How can it be that religion is opposed to these relationships becoming recognized by government, with corresponding benefits?
ReplyDeleteIt would also be proper to ask "which religion?", and point out that everyone has a sort of religion, or philosophy, or value system, and thus the criticism could be turned around to state that support of same-sex civil marriage is rather due to some people applying their philosophy of life.
FURTHER READING: Philosophy, Marriage, and Moral Grandstanding
by Sherif Girgis Caché