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	Homosexuality and Religion - ReligionFacts
		Homosexuality is generally defined as sexual interest in and attraction to members of one's own sex.
		Homosexuality was not uncommon in ancient cultures, though the forms and views of homosexual behavior vary significantly.
		Hinduism and Buddhism tend to view homosexuality primarily from the standpoint of its karmic effects, with varying conclusions.
	www.religionfacts.com /homosexuality (192 words)

	Sikhism Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Sikhism's traditions and teachings are distinctly associated with the history, society and culture of the Punjab.
		Sikhism is also inspired by the emphasis on devotion to God in the traditions of Vaishnavism, especially through the Bhakti movement, as well as influences of Sufism.
		In Sikhism, the influences of ego, anger, greed, attachment and lust—known as the Five Evils—are to be particularly pernicious.
	www.hallencyclopedia.com /topic/Sikhism.html (5514 words)

	Homosexuality and Sikhism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Homosexuality in Sikhism is, as in other religions, a very controversial subject.
		Acceptance of God's will is seen as central in Sikhism, thus even if a Sikh is attracted exclusively to members of their own sex they are expected to accept God's will, which (in the eyes of the vast majority of Sikhs) is for them to procreate.
		Whereas homosexuality is not specifically banned in any of the writings of the Guru but they do stress that God has intended people to live as man and wife, or to be celibate, with no deviation from this design.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Homosexuality_and_Sikhism (524 words)

	Sikhism Work @ Wikirectory.org (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Sikhism (Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖੀ) is a religion based on the teachings of ten Gurus who lived primarily in 16th and 17th century India.
		The followers of Sikhism are ordained to follow the teachings of the Ten Sikh Gurus and other saints as scripted in the Guru Granth Sahib.
		Some consider Sikhism to be a syncretic religion, although this is not a widespread belief held by Sikhs; the Sikh Gurus maintained that their message had been revealed directly by God.
	www.wikirectory.org /encyclopedia/Sikhism (3261 words)

	homosexuality - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about homosexuality (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The extent to which homosexual behaviour is caused by biological or psychological factors is an area of disagreement among experts.
		Male homosexuals fear further discrimination as a result of the discovery of the AIDS virus.
		In Britain, homosexuality ceased to be illegal over the age of 21 in 1967, and the age of consent was lowered to 18 in 1994, and 16 in 2000.
	encyclopedia.farlex.com /homosexuality (329 words)

	Homosexuality and Judaism - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The subject of homosexuality in Judaism dates back to the Biblical book of Leviticus, which describes sexual intercourse between males as an "abomination" that may be subject to capital punishment (although there currently exist no Halakhic courts authorized to administer capital punishment).
		The historically prevalent view among Jews was to regard homosexual intercourse as sinful, arguing that it was categorically forbidden by the Torah.
		Homosexual acts between women (lesbianism) were forbidden by the rabbis on the basis of the Biblical verse "Do not follow the ways of Egypt where you once lived, nor of Canaan, where I will be bringing you.
	www.wikipedia.com /wiki/Jewish_views_of_homosexuality (2981 words)

	Homosexuality and Sikhism - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
		The supreme religious body of Sikhism teaches that homosexuality is "unnatural and ungodly".
		These Sikhs stress that homosexuality is not discussed nor specifically banned in any of the writings of the Guru, and that the family lifestyle the Guru encourages can be cultivated by two members of the same sex.
		Homosexuality and Sikhism, Official Views in Modern Sikhism, Homosexuality in Scripture, Family Living, References, External links, Articles with unsourced statements, Sikhism, LGBT issues and religion and Religious ethics.
	www.arikah.com /encyclopedia/Homosexuality_and_Sikhism (718 words)

	Sikhism101.com FAQ - Sikhism and Modern Issues \| Sikhism101.com \| UniversalFaith.net
		Sikhism does not "hate" or believe or homosexuals are damned to hell as propagated by some religions.
		Sikhism also stresses noble deeds, and one would be hard-pressed to identify a more noble act than organ donation.
		Sikhs generally accept brain death as an indication of the departure of life from a body.
	www.sikhism101.com /faq/6 (1031 words)

	Homosexuality and Sikhism
		The subject of homosexuality is definately a controversial one, not only in our community but in society in general.
		While you, brother did not outright say that homosexuality is wrong, it is nonetheless implicated in your statement that the only way for a man to regenerate his loss of blood, due to the production of semen for sexual activity, is through performing this activity with a female.
		Do not heed the words of those who say that by accepting homosexuality that we open the door to accepting other, worse behaviours, for those are the words of those who fear and fear only leads to ignorance.
	www.sikhnet.com /sikhnet/discussion.nsf/78f5a2ff8906d1788725657c00732d6c/b65f7f21d395913587256b50002eaf0a!OpenDocument (1484 words)

	Sikhism Paper @ IntAdopt.org (International Adoption) (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Sikhism's traditions and teachings are distinctly associated with the history and culture of the Punjab region.
		Multi-level approach: Sikhism recognises the concept of a multi-level approach to achieving one's target as a disciple of the faith.
		Sikhism comes from the word Sikh, which in turn comes from its Sanskrit root 'śiṣya' (शिष्य) meaning "disciple" or "learner", or from the equivalent Pāli word 'sikkhā' (सिक्खा).
	www.intadopt.org /encyclopedia/Sikhism (3326 words)

	Homosexuality - (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Thus it is common for homosexual individuals in heteronormative societies to love, marry, and have children with individuals of the opposite sex, a practice that may be done primarily for social reasons in societies which reject same-sex relations, as a cover for one's orientation (such relationships are known as "beards").
		Homosexual behaviour is common in the animal kingdom, especially in species closer to humans on the evolutionary scale, such as the great apes.
		Homosexuality in Japan, variously known as shudo or nanshoku, terms influenced by Chinese literature, has been documented for over one thousand years and was an integral part of Buddhist monastic life and the samurai tradition.
	psychcentral.com /psypsych/Homosexuality (8683 words)

	NationMaster.com - Encyclopedia: Homosexuality and Christianity
		The issue of Homosexuality and Christianity has become a matter of intense theological debate among some Christians, with ongoing argument over whether homosexuality, and specifically homosexual sex, is moral or a sin.
		Homosexuality in Voodoo is religiously acceptable and homosexuals are allowed to participate in all religious activities.
		Traditionally, Christian churches have regarded homosexual sex as sinful, based on their interpretation of certain passages in the Bible.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Homosexuality-and-Christianity (1387 words)

	NationMaster.com - Encyclopedia: Aardas
		In Sikhism, these prayers are made after washing and before eating.
		The Aardas are the (An adherent of Sikhism) Sikh prayers of the day.
		In (The doctrines of a monotheistic religion founded in northern India in the 16th century by Guru Nanak and combining elements of Hinduism and Islam) Sikhism, these prayers are made after washing and before eating.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Aardas (240 words)

	Is Sikhism suited to the conditions of modern society? \| Sikhism101.com \| UniversalFaith.net
		Sikhism however is suited to the needs of modern life.
		Sikhism also believes in the concept of a socialistic pattern society.
		Sikhism is thus distinct from other religions and has something new to offer to man.
	www.sikhism101.com /node/10 (424 words)

	Homosexuality and Sikhism - ReligionFacts
		Homosexuality in Sikhism is, as in other religions, a very controversial subject.
		Acceptance of God's will is seen as central in Sikhism, thus even if a Sikh is attracted exclusively to members of their own sex they are expected to accept God's will, which (in the eyes of the vast majority of Sikhs) is for them to procreate.
		Many Sikhs who have homosexual desires will try to overcome what they believe is lust by marrying a member of the opposite sex and having children as they are expected to.
	www.religionfacts.com /homosexuality/sikhism.htm (481 words)

	Sikhism and Other Religions \| Sikhism101.com \| UniversalFaith.net
		Sikhism was founded by Guru Nanak Sahib Ji who shaped a new, unique and distinct religion during his lifetime.
		Due to it's relatively young nature Sikhism is sometimes misunderstood to be only a reform movement or branch of older existing religions.
		Sikhism has a distinct concept of God, Scripture and rites of passages.
	www.sikhism101.com /node/128 (269 words)

	ethnicity online :: sikhs : sexual health (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Sikhism has accepted the use of infertility treatments within the context of a solid marriage between two Sikhs, but discussion about the fate of unused embryos at the end of a successful treatment may be necessary.
		Sikhism is a very tolerant religion and seeks to find the truth rather than adhere rigidly to rules.
		Homosexuality is not specifically banned in any of the writings of the Gurus, but they do stress that God has intended people to live as man and wife, or to be celibate, with no deviation from this design.
	www.ethnicityonline.net /sikh_sexual_health.htm (662 words)

	Sikhism Matter @ IntAdopt.com (International Adoption) (Site not responding. Last check: )
		A text written by the Gurus, it was decreed by the tenth Guru as the last and final Guru of the Khalsa Panth.
		Each master added to and reinforced the message taught by the previous, resulting in the creation of the religion of Sikhism.
		The five baptised Sikhs were named Panj Pyare (Five Beloved Ones), who in turn baptised the Guru at his request.
	www.intadopt.com /encyclopedia/Sikhism (3446 words)

	Sikhism--Beliefnet.com
		Sikhism was made with intention as a universal religion and Hinduism with intention as a religion for those living in Asia only.
		In Sikhism it is not mentioned, this is probably because in India it is illegal and saying it is okay to be homosexual may have caused uproar.
		Sikhism is not superior to hinduism and hinduism is not superior to sikhism
	www.beliefnet.com /boards/message_list.asp?boardID=445&discussionID=307634 (1013 words)

	Sikh Sikhi Sikhism [Sitemap] - Page 7 - Sikhism
		Sikhism > Sikhism - A Study > Sikh Sikhi Sikhism
		Correct perception of "miracles" in Sikhism- SATGUR MERA MAAR JIWALEH
		Use of Metaphorical language in Gurbani - Charandhoor
	www.sikhphilosophy.net /sitemap/f-12-p-7.html (192 words)

	Sikhism in TutorGig Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Sikhism says we are all the children of God and by deduction, God is our mother...
		Sikhism recognises the concept of a multi level approach to achieving your target as a disciple..
		Sikhism was established by ten Guru s, teachers or masters, over the period 1469 to 1708.
	www.tutorgig.com /es/Sikhism (679 words)

	Expanding two belief systems regarding homosexuality to six
		Throughout most of the essays in the homosexual and bisexual section of this web site, we have stressed two extreme positions.
		Homosexuality and bisexuality are behaviors: what a person does.
		They admitted that "We must confess that we are not of one mind about homosexuality." Rather than emphasize the two extreme positions evidenced during their discussions, they reported that the bishops "generally subscribe to four main perspectives on homosexuality:" They were described as:
	www.religioustolerance.com /hom7beli.htm (805 words)

	Homosexuality and Marriage by Gaurang Bhatt, MD
		Some members of some species at some times indulge in overt partially homosexual behavior, but even then, it is more of an acknowledgement of a lower status or subjugation and not a completed sex act.
		It is an irony that some school boards have shown imbecility to the extent of denying the use of their facilities to boy scouts for their exclusion of homosexuals.
		The choices are to give homosexual relations a similar legal status like civil unions, the same platform as marriage or deny it any such benefits.
	www.boloji.com /randomthoughts/rt069.htm (728 words)

	Sikhism and Homosextuality - Page 10 - Sikhism (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Homosexuals should not hide who they are and be jealous or envious that they are not homosexual.
		"homosexual offenders will not inherit the kingdom of God" - the context that this was written in was that of, at the time, it was common for all married men to have a young slave/servant boy as a sexual plaything on the side...
		Homosexuals can create strong partnerships and families, we can certainly be monogamous, and we can certainly have long-term relationships that focus on love and not lust.
	sikhphilosophy.net /.../586-sikhism-and-homosextuality-10.html (3593 words)

	Canadians Gagged (Site not responding. Last check: )
		This bill if passed into law would in effect criminalize public criticism of homosexuality (certain exceptions supposedly being allowed) and produce a serious chilling effect on the public discussion of this serious moral issue.
		Gwen Landolt, Vice-President of REAL Women of Canada is convinced that Bill C-415 will become law, and she sees this as a watershed issue for Canadians on the same level of importance as the imposition of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
		Under this new legislation it is virtually certain that pastors and priests who dare to preach against homosexuality will be charged with the crime of hate.
	www.truthtellers.org /hate%20crimes/canadiansgagged.html (894 words)

	LGBT Texts
		In the Kama Sutra, in Chapter VI, lesbianism in harems is described, and in Chapter IX, male and female homosexuality in the context of a discussion of oral sex.
		Defining the 'sin of Sodom' to be male homosexuality was a later interpretation, which was made by medieval Jewish and Christian writers, as a reaction to Pagan acceptance of homosexuality.
		The prohibition of homosexuality in Leviticus was used subsequently for hundreds of years as a precedent for the persecution of gays, and has been quoted in legal reasoning up to the present day.
	www.sacred-texts.com /lgbt/index.htm (6373 words)

	Homosexuality in Sikhism - The Voice of Sikh Youth (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Labelling people as "homosexuals" kind of makes things worse (i personally believe) because once you are labelled it is a self-fulfilling prophecy...
		1/ (Male) Homosexual sex (i don't wish to describe it - but i assume you know what i am on about) is biologically damaging to that area of the body - over penetration leads to bleeding and the damage of the tissue in that area.
		I have nothing against Homosexuality myself as I work with a lot of them in the NHS, but it is forbidden in Sikhi.
	www.sikhsangat.com /index.php?showtopic=10413&st=0&p=91489& (2097 words)

	Sikh Studies: Where do we go from here
		These may well be the traditional institutions and individuals of authority within Sikhism, yet, there is little indication that the concerns that are specific to Sikhs of the Diaspora have been addressed in any significant way by these authoritative bodies.
		Moreover, homosexuality is often unequivocally condemned by religious tradition, regardless of one’s religious persuasion.
		And, to return also to the academic study of Sikhism, this radical theoretical shift must also be taken into account in any scholarly endeavour that has as its focus the religion, culture and identity of the Sikhs.
	www.sikhreview.org /october2001/academics.htm (2539 words)

	Listen Up Program - Counter-Cultural Teens (Articles - Mar 18/04)
		When then-Alliance MP Larry Spencer called last fall for the recriminalization of homosexuality, he was demoted and shamed into silence.
		In the United States, where polls show disapproval of homosexuality is increasing, tens of millions would have simply thought Spencer was stating the obvious.
		Many of these religions' leaders have kept a lid on the issue by simply declaring homosexuality is a product of Western decadence: They deny there are gays and lesbians in their ranks.
	www.listenuptv.com /programs/040318teens2.htm (964 words)

	Re: Homosexuality and Sikhism - by Jasbir Singh
		You have provided the answer to both of these questions yourself, Sikhism believes in “sant-sipahi” not grishti jeevan (householder) nor does it believe in sanyasin (recluse) this is why we are teesri panth.
		I would also like to state that Sikhism does not have to state it explicitly, it doesn’t state it at all, in my mind there is no problem with same-sex marriages not even the slightest iota.
		Homosexual marriages should never be seen as a threat to the integrity of Sikhism, it is a respectable quality in every person to be who they really are the long term effects of that are a liquid not static society.
	www.sikhnet.com /sikhnet/discussion.nsf/78f5a2ff8906d1788725657c00732d6c/0E4D213133FF826387256FA300730924!OpenDocument (586 words)

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