Taboo of Homosexuality and Same Sex Marriage

During the 1980’s indulging in homosexual activity was considered in crime, people were imprisoned when caught doing so. But in 2003 some parts of the United States, suspended the law, and made homosexuality legal, soon European countries such as Canada, Belgium, and Netherlands passed an act which approved of homosexual weddings (Bonvillain 2006). If one digs deeper into this issue, where these debatable, one can find that it roots back from religions. Most religion disapprove of homosexuality but in religions such as Hindu, for sexuality, scriptures of homosexual activity only stated that it was normal and natural, to be attracted to the same sex (Bonvillain 2006). But in today’s society the main issue is regarding the issue of males being attracted to each other, an example of this issue is ‘Homophobia of men’. Homosexuality is considered to be a cultural construct, which apart from the ‘lesbian identities’ gave rise to the ‘gay identities’ (Herek 1986). It is common for normal men, to avoid influencing with homosexual men, as they fear what the public might think of them being judged as not ‘masculine’, where as its more normal for woman to associate with lesbians or homosexual women, as they are not being judged by the rest of the females (Herek 1986). Studies showed, that the social construction of gay identities meant that there was something psychologically wrong with that person,

Gay marriage has been one of the most common topic under discussion, arguments and quarrels since couple of years in almost every nation of the world. Looking deep down to the region of United States, same-sex marriage or gay marriage has not been legalized and documented in most of its jurisdictions. However, it is prudent to note that with the beginning of the twenty first century, only a few of US states have legally recognized the gay marriage through court verdicts and legislative proceedings and have lawfully allowed the gay people to get into a relationship (Wolfson 2004).

This essay debates the issue of same sex marriage in the United States. It considers the pros and cons and examines the constitutional issues involved.

The predominant idea about humanity is that it evolves over the due course of time. What was a taboo in the past may not be a taboo anymore as time runs; it may even gradually change into an accepted norm. The way society perceives ideas, norms, behaviours and social relationships will also change over the course of time. For instance, homosexuality was accepted as a part of social life in the early Greek City States like Salamis and Sparta. However, over the period of time under the influence of the Judeo-Christian traditions, homosexuality became a taboo. This notion remained till the late 20th century and even today, the acceptance of the so called ‘deviants’ is a matter of social debate; people treat them with social stigma and often isolates

Gay marriage has been a controversial topic that is highly debated all around the globe, containing many of its own varying viewpoints and beliefs on both sides of the argument. Those who oppose same-sex marriage believe that it is a sacred bond that can only be kept sacred between a man and a woman, and that same-sex marriage will ruin the sanctity of marriage. Also, if gay marriage is allowed they believe that it will open the door to other non-traditional relationships to be accepted such as polygamy. Finally other key oppositions come from religious beliefs and standards. However the many that support gay marriage usually argue that everyone should have equal right to be in relationships with each other and receive the financial, emotional, and social benefits of marriage. I mean who really would be affected if same-sex marriage were to become legal? Nobody. If everyone feels that there is that special someone whom they are perfect for and will fall in love with, gay people would feel the same way. They deserve equal opportunity to not only find that perfect somebody but to be able to love them and get married. Leading to parenthood, and while gay couples are not able to have children on their own, that doesn’t mean they can’t adopt children off the street. However, several times have happened where a gay couple were put at the end of a waiting list or even denied completely just because of their sexual orientation. Other benefits to marriage are also tax breaks and

Same-sex marriage at this time one of the most debated political issues in our nation. The controversy over same-sex marriage is a very touchy subject. It involves many legislative, religious and family matters. Advocates claim that same-sex couples should have the same marriage rights and that same-sex marriages should be acknowledged the same way as heterosexual couples. Advocated state that eliminating gay marriage is a form of discrimination. The varying definitions of marriage comes with a large amount of dispute. Those who support same-sex marriage often debate that love should be the main reason for marriage, regardless of your sexual orientation. Those who are opposed often quote religious viewpoints and concerns about the nurturing

Same sex marriage is one of the most controversial trends that appear in the world today. In today’s society most of us are taught that a marriage should be a

From the philosophical points of Kantianism, Utilitarianism, and Virtue Ethics on same-sex marriage, there are good reasons which are relevant to good will, duty, the principle of utility, and eudaimonia to support same-sex marriage. Although the Supreme Court has ruled that the Constitution places the right to same-sex marriage, people who stick to conservative position on same-sex relationships believe that a same-sex relationship violates moral and religious beliefs. Especially, religious objectors on same-sex marriage are a highly controversial topic because people who believe on religious grounds that define a marriage as a legal union between one man and one woman to pursue traditional family values. However, everything must change. The powerful social movements have accelerated the same-sex marriage issue in regard to the fundamental rights and the social justice. The social change involves inevitable consequences of the issue; so, the Supreme Court’s decision on same-sex marriage has a validation. Therefore, Homosexual people should be entitled to federal marriage rights and

Gay marriage is also referred to as same sex marriage. Same sex relationships occur when men and women are attracted to someone of the same gender as themselves. According to many opponents, gay marriages can be described as more of the abandonment of gender distinctions; because one cannot have same sex marriage while still believing that gender is relevant. For that reason, same genders getting married denies the obvious purpose of marriage between a man and woman, which is procreation. This research will analyze the arguments for and against gay marriages and the religious view of same sex marriages.

In 26th June, 2015, same sex marriage has become legal throughout USA, it became the 5th American country which recognizes same sex marriage. It draws public attention back on whether the same sex marriage challenges heteronormative assumptions within society or not again. In the following paragraphs, the essay will discuss first what is a heteronormative assumption in the society and why the marriage of same sex couples with impact society norms, followed by the evidence that support the notion, and also the counter attack towards the argument, finally, the evaluation will illustrate both opinions and come to a conclusion.

The concept of gay or same sex marriage is controversial. There are a number of countries where homosexual couples are allowed to marry with their relationship gaining the same recognition as heterosexual couples; countries who allow gay marriage include Sweden, Spain, Canada, Iceland and Argentina. In the US nine states, plus Washington DC provide for gay marriages (FTM, 2012). It would appear that there is a gradual movement towards acceptance of gay marriage, but with only a minatory of people living in areas where gay marriage is accepted there is still a great deal of resistance, with a restatement of arguments against gay marriage, but when examining those arguments many are flawed and reflect fears rather than fact.

Homosexuality is the state of being attracted to people of the same gender. The gay community is often referred to by an acronym- LGBTQ. This represents the different identities within homosexuality. The “L” stands for lesbian, the “G” stands for gay, the “B” stands for bisexual, the “T” stands for transgender, and the “Q” stands for queer. There has been much debate about many different issues surrounding homosexuality. The issue that has garnered the most attention from the media and the general public is same-sex marriage. The debate around same-sex marriage is on an international scale. In many places, it is illegal to marry someone of the same gender, or even have a same-sex relationship. In this paper, I will be taking the position that

Nowadays, with the social media, people realize that there is another world of society where there are gay, homosexual, lesbians, trans and intersex people. They live like normal people but inside them there are souls, real personalities and real ‘person’. Gay marriage is now getting recognized by the society, the fact is that some countries have stepped up and support for gay marriage such as USA, Australia and some other Asian countries. Unfortunately, they have to face what other people say about them as in they are not normal and wrong when it comes to marriage. In this essay, it will outline two sides of the argument of the gay marriage should be legalized.

The institutions of marriage and family are fundamental concepts to the functioning of our present day society. In this paper, marriage and family and their changes over time will be discussed. Topics such as religion, which plays an important role is the development and changes of ideas regarding these two topics will be approached as well as the social changes due to tradition and the changes of time in regards of marriage and traditional thoughts of marriage and family. In this paper, these topics are discussed in order to establish how they have effected same sex marriage and marriage in general.

The realization of the homosexuality in the modern western world as a cultural, sexual and a social category has been a result of complex power relations that surround sexuality and gender. The acceptance of homosexuality in the society has met its fair share of resistance and skepticism. The view that homosexuality can be in the same league as heterosexual has led it to be viewed as a normal behavioral and moral standard (Gallagher & Baker, 2006). Inasmuch as the skeptics may not want to accept the existence of homosexuality studies show that the habit is rampant today with many gay people coming out in the open. Of interest is the political acceptance of homosexuality with passing gay rights so that it can be recognized by law. This move has given homosexuals the ability to engage in legal entities like marriage (Gallagher & Baker, 2006).