Terrible Parts Of The Bible Part 3: Homophobia

“If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death.” (Leviticus 20:13) I was shocked the first time I saw this. I know religion is well known for its prejudice against homosexuals, but death? Surely that is too far for even the most bigoted homophobe. Religion has always been the harshest critic of homosexuality. This is appalling as you cannot choose who you do or do not love; therefore homosexuals are condemned for something they cannot control. Even still I was surprised at the harshness with which homosexuality is condemned in the Bible, especially as a reason is never given. The Bible is … Continue reading “Terrible Parts Of The Bible Part 3: Homophobia”

April 26, 2012ReligionBible, Christianity, Homophobia, Homosexuality, LGBT, Religion, Terrible Parts Of The Bible Leave a comment