Religious Sexual Ethics and Standards

Rival · Oct 7, 2019

This is in interfaith discussion. None of this is up for debate or disagreement, but only for information. Any vulgar comments will be deleted on sight.

What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour? What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things? What are the punishments, if any exist? Do you agree with these standards and ethics? Not asking your personal opinions necessarily, just what if any standards exist.

Guitar's Cry · Oct 7, 2019

As a person whose spirituality is informed by an eclectic mix of mystical concepts from various sources, my sexual ethics are typically informed through my own desires and what is legal. My practice tends to have a pagan flavor, so I usually most identify as a Pagan. As such, sexual desire is a natural drive like any other: hunger, thirst, etc.

There are Neo-pagans that have strict quidelines and even some bigotry towards homosexuality (Mark Ventimiglia of the Seax Wicca tradition comes to mind) but overall Neo-paganism generally is accepting.

osgart · Oct 7, 2019

My religion informs me that non faithful, non loyal, non loving sexuality is abusive to self and the other. Sexuality without faithfulness, loyalty, and love is an empty experience. Lust is cheap, but a loyal passion for your partner is healthy, and fulfilling. All else is self deprecating.

The only punishment is natural consequences, and spiritual consequences of having relationships that are deceitful, and demeaning.

Typically people in their youth experiment with sexuality, and are prone to making harmful choices. Feelings get hurt, self worth is affected. Love vs. lust!

Dawnofhope · Oct 7, 2019

Really getting down to business today....

Rival said:
What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour?

The Baha'i Faith is quite conservative when it comes to sexual behaviour. Sexual intercourse is permissible between a married man and women.

Rival said:
What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things?

As I understand it, sexual intercourse outside of marriage as well as between the same sex is against Baha'i laws.

Rival said:
What are the punishments, if any exist?

The circumstances where a Baha'i assembly would intervene are in cases of flagrant violation of Baha'i law. For example an unmarried couple living together. We would encourage the couple to separate and observe Baha'i law. If they persisted they could lose their administrative rights. They couldn't vote in elections for Baha'i assemblies, be eligible to serve on an assembly or attend the 19 day feast.

Rival said:
Do you agree with these standards and ethics?

Yes.

Rival · Oct 7, 2019

adrian009 said:
The Baha'i Faith is quite conservative when it comes to sexual behaviour. Sexual intercourse is permissible between a married man and women.

So I take it your faith supports polygyny?

Callisto · Oct 7, 2019

Guitar's Cry said:
There are Neo-pagans that have strict quidelines and even some bigotry towards homosexuality (Mark Ventimiglia of the Seax Wicca tradition comes to mind) but overall Neo-paganism generally is accepting.

He was punted to the curb long ago, has he resurfaced?

Guitar's Cry · Oct 7, 2019

Callisto said:
He was punted to the curb long ago, has he resurfaced?

Not that I know of. But it does show that even amongst a generally accepting group as Neo-paganism, there can be some strict sexual mores.

The Seax-Wiccans did propose to Buckland that he be removed, so it some ways he seems an outlier.

Dawnofhope · Oct 7, 2019

Rival said:
So I take it your faith supports polygyny?

No. The Baha'i faith supports monogamy. There are exceptions though. If a muslim man who is legally married to two to four women becomes a Baha'i the arrangement can continue. This scenario wouldn't happen of course in countries such as ours that don't permit more than one wife.

Rival · Oct 7, 2019

adrian009 said:
No. The Baha'i faith supports monogamy. There are exceptions though. If a muslim man who is legally married to two to four women becomes a Baha'i the arrangement can continue. This scenario wouldn't happen of course in countries such as ours that don't permit more than one wife.

But you wrote 'women'?

leov · Oct 7, 2019

Rival said:
This is in interfaith discussion. None of this is up for debate or disagreement, but only for information. Any vulgar comments will be deleted on sight.

What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour? What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things? What are the punishments, if any exist? Do you agree with these standards and ethics? Not asking your personal opinions necessarily, just what if any standards exist.

"8To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single, as I am. 9But if they cannot exercise self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion." 1Cor.7 I think it is a good thought. And this one:
"33However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband." Eph.5

Callisto · Oct 7, 2019

Guitar's Cry said:
Not that I know of. But it does show that even amongst a generally accepting group as Neo-paganism, there can be some strict sexual mores.

The Seax-Wiccans did propose to Buckland that he be removed, so it some ways he seems an outlier.

Buckland removed him as Steward and didn't appoint another. But, not my tradition and it's been awhile since encountering any Seax witches. Still, never heard anyone say he was still trying to claim an authority Buckland had rescinded. I can't imagine he'd have much success, seems he was generally considered persona non-grata.

Dawnofhope · Oct 7, 2019

Rival said:
But you wrote 'women'?

As I understand polygyny refers to having more than one female spouse as opposed to polyandry where a woman may have two or more male spouses.

Definition of POLYGYNY

Polygamy OTOH refers to having more than one spouse (not gender specific).

Rival · Oct 7, 2019

adrian009 said:
As I understand polygyny refers to having more than one female spouse as opposed to polyandry where a woman may have two or more male spouses.

Definition of POLYGYNY

Polygamy OTOH refers to having more than one spouse (not gender specific).

Yes.

What I'm saying though is that you wrote women not woman, so I assumed you meant polygyny is OK.

Dawnofhope · Oct 7, 2019

Rival said:
Yes.

What I'm saying though is that you wrote women not woman, so I assumed you meant polygyny is OK.

Ah...my bad. I'm very prone to typos.

Deeje · Oct 7, 2019

These are interesting questions considering the moral standards (or lack of them) current in the world at present....

Rival said:
What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour?

For JW's scriptural marriage is between a man and a woman (adults)....which is meant to be a life-long commitment. The Bible's counsel for us is to choose a mate very carefully (preferably after the individuals are mature, mentally and emotionally, not just physically) because you will spend forever with them. There are no reasons divorce except on the grounds of adultery, and the only other thing that ends a marriage is death. So its a serious thing. Not one to be entered into lightly.

What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things?

We have specific rules on sexual behavior based on what is in scripture. No adultery, fornication, bestiality, homosexuality, or unnatural sexual practices that God would consider obscene. We would adhere to what is considered morally decent. Sex is after all an intimate expression of love designed to create a family. Faithfulness to a mate guarantees that children will be raised by the parents who created them. The family unit was to be very strong and close. I am sad for the children of today's loose relationships.

What are the punishments, if any exist? Do you agree with these standards and ethics?

The punishments that were outlined in the Law of Moses indicate how serious sexual sins were in Israel. Since God does not change, we too should consider these a serious offense against God.

In our congregations, when serious sins are brought to the attention of the elders, it is their job to keep the congregation morally and spiritually clean. If no action is taken against an offender, then the elders are answerable to God.

Anyone can commit a sin due to weakness of the flesh, (we are all imperfect) and the elders will take the person's attitude towards their sin into consideration and if genuine repentance is shown, then forgiveness can take place with God who is not keen on punishment as much as he wants repentance. Appropriate counseling will also be offered. If adultery or fornication has occurred then other people are affected by the decision. All of their concerns will be addressed with a view to mending the breach and bringing about a good outcome.

Any who are not repentant or who want to put the blame for their behavior on someone else, will be given every opportunity to change their attitude......if not, then they will be expelled from the congregation until they see the error of their ways. Like the Prodigal son, the door is always open to return.

A mate who has been sinned against has the option of forgiving their partner and accepting them back, or moving onto divorce as they have scriptural grounds to end the marriage. It is up to the couple.

Do I agree with all of that....since it is what is outlined in our scripture, then I most certainly have no issues with any of it.

j1i · Oct 9, 2019

Rival said:
This is in interfaith discussion. None of this is up for debate or disagreement, but only for information. Any vulgar comments will be deleted on sight.

What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour? What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things? What are the punishments, if any exist? Do you agree with these standards and ethics? Not asking your personal opinions necessarily, just what if any standards exist.

Observing and compassionate human feelings
The woman who left her family will come with you
she is at her father like the pearl in the oyster was very caring for her
I must preserve its dignity even if I am hungry and I have food for one person, she must eat and I am hungry
Because it's my honesty (God is watching me) how i take my responsibility (honesty)

Public morals between maritals
personal cleanliness (Purity) (ablution)
Avoid having sex during menstruation
Prohibition of homosexuality
God curses that who try to get his wife from the anal in the hadith
God does not look at a man having sex with his wife from her anus
Women have the right to maintenance and normal life
Women in Islam are not obliged to prepare food for a man or serve him or clean his house

Women have the right to be separated from their husbands in case the husband is unethical
Or abandoned her more than six months and divorce is conducted in court

ZenMonkey · Oct 25, 2019

Rival said:
This is in interfaith discussion. None of this is up for debate or disagreement, but only for information. Any vulgar comments will be deleted on sight.

What is your religion's standards on sex and sexual behaviour? What does your faith deem acceptable or unacceptable practices? Is it or is not OK with certain things? What are the punishments, if any exist? Do you agree with these standards and ethics? Not asking your personal opinions necessarily, just what if any standards exist.

25-30 year Christian, ordained minister, and 4 year vagabond. Umm, my religion teaches that polygamy is ok (see: David, solomon, etc.) It tells me to have sex See: Be fruitful and multiply. It says once you commit, it best to stay true to that commitment, but also that it's permissible to not stay true to that commitment. It validates my own sexuality in that I think men are disgusting, and I'll assume that's meant the same way as how some would view anchovies. I guess, there are titles and since it teaches that we are all gods, that we're expected to be true to ourselves, which again validates the whole the truth will set us free part. So, in the end, my religion teaches to be true to yourself and that it's ok to disagree with those who might disagree with how we live. That's my religion in a nut shell.

Religious Sexual Ethics and Standards

Rival

se Dex me saut.

Guitar's Cry

Disciple of Pan

osgart

Nothing my eye, Something for sure

Dawnofhope

Non-Proselytizing Baha'i

Rival

se Dex me saut.

Callisto

Hellenismos, BTW

Guitar's Cry

Disciple of Pan

Dawnofhope

Non-Proselytizing Baha'i

Rival

se Dex me saut.

leov

Well-Known Member

Callisto

Hellenismos, BTW

Dawnofhope

Non-Proselytizing Baha'i

Rival

se Dex me saut.

Dawnofhope

Non-Proselytizing Baha'i

Deeje

Avid Bible Student

j1i

Smiling is charity without giving money

ZenMonkey

St. James VII