Why is it that in some cultures and religions that sex is considered a sin when it is actually natural?
437138
For more conservative catholics, they perceive that sex is made for procreation and not for recreation.  So its a no-no for them to engage in pre-marital sex.  They believe that sex is a union of two people whom God have put together. Sex is considered sacred and must be initiate when you have undergone the sacrament of marriage.\n\nBut for my personal opinion, i wouldn't consider it a sin as long as you do it with someone you love and who loves you back. I think you won't violate any rules as long as both person's who engage in this wonderful act has really true connections spiritually and emotionally.
668421
as far as I know it is not considered a sin to live together according to the Bible, but it is a sin to have sex before marriage and I don't know many people who live together that don't have sex, so it is up to you to draw the line to be able to stay away from sex before marriage
329188
no it is not. it is never forbidden in the scriptures. it is never even dealt with for that matter. Using the principle that 'whatever is not forbidden in permissible', would lead one to conclude it is not sin in and of itself.\n\nso what is it?\n\nIt can be selfish - if it keeps you from your spouse\nIt can be addictive - if guilt and fantasy get the better of you.\nIt can be a wonderful - way to relive tension and anxiety as a creature made to enjoy pleasure.\n\nthe way of wisdom is 'All good things in moderation'
461358
I'm a Christian, but I'd be that Christianity declares that about 90% of sex is sinful.  I can't see how it was a sin to sleep with my wife a few months before we were going to get married anyway...Sex is not a dirty little act that should be shunned by everyone...but the church thinks so.
548508
It is most common in the western countries. In America we have a puritan society that send mixed signals about sex. Most people view it as dirty. so commercials about titillate them. In Buddhist countries there are ads with sex but it is usually humor. basically the people that call themselves Christians have screwed everything up.
605406
Masturbation is natural for humans sexual growth and satisfaction.  \n   \n   Many religions may disapprove of this practice, but I would say that many health experts would state that's its perfectly normal for developing children and completely acceptable for adults.
260295
having sex is not really a sin.it depends upon the person u have with.if suppose the person is suffering from std infections then it is really a risk.sex is a feeling that god has given to us.it is the one that allows the perpetuation of the species.\n                      marriage of what this world has learnt is that exchanging the ring,celeberations,and taking oaths.but marriage is the bond that is created between man and women both physically and mentally.so if u love the person and he is really a fine good person then go ahead.
620043
first to begin with sex was given to husband and wives to express their love and commitment to each other. your body was not meant to be shared with everyone it is supposed to be a gift to your spouse.\n\npornography destroys the real meaning of sex, it opens you up to the devil and his plans to destroy our souls.\n\nbottom line pornography is sinful.
633475
It is termed as unnatural sex in most states. Also included in most listings as unnatural sex is oral sex.\n\nI know in Georgia is is illegal to have sex with anyone other than your spouse. However that law is pretty much forgotten. \n\nSodomy was made illegal mostly because when America was founded religion played  a larger part of our social and moral codes. Many states copied laws from older states when they were admitted to the union and most states have either not dropped their "Sodomy Laws" or not had them challanged.
1010413
I am not a Christian but my best friend is, and the truth is that true Christians that are actually devoted to church and go everyday don't even follow this rule.  I know my best friend does't.  According to the bible, thats the only reason you're suppose to have sex, to reproduce.  But no, not from whai I know and not from what I have been told from a Christian.  Christians do have sex for recreational purposes.
568248
Let me try this one. Why has condom or any form of contraception came into the minds of people? Simple, because there are more people who take sex casually with less or no regards to its consequences but rather just in order to satisfy lust. The urge to sex in very difficult to control and it is the reason why more people fall to the temptation rather than evade it.\n\nTo God sex is sacred and should only be used in the process of procreation not self satisfaction. But to humans it is interpreted as like the need for hunger, thirst and sleep. It has finally become more of a biologocal need rather than a spiritual need. Thus, the reason why humans began to believe that it is part of the human basic need and do it anytime they want, or any possible ocassion that made them forget the responsibilities of such act.\n\nThat's the reason why catholics believe that contraception is not the real answer. It is the strong human attribute of being Godly that requires him or her to be disciplined and respectful towards sex that really counts if one truly deserves to be called a Christian without the aid of any kind of artificial discipline in the form of contraceptives. This way population rise can also be put in check.\n\nSex is a natural process of procreation that God gave to humans to enjoy within the sanctity of marriage. But how can it be when humans claim to worship God but at the same time lust for sex? \n\nThat's why dogs are called dogs because when a b**ch is in heat, male dogs go crazy and would oftentimes fight each other just to satisfy their lust. But men should be men and men are expected to think and reason the way men should, that's why they belong to the highest hierarchy in the animal kingdom because of this. So why should we go down to the level of the dogs by using artificial contraception and yet demand to be called as decent and educated. This reasoning is just for the apologist of such twisted cause.
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I agree that our society's unhealthy repression of our natural God given sexuality is the root of many of society's problems.  \n\nIf we were not taught from the earliest of ages that our bodies and its functions are dirty, shameful and sinful, and something to be hidden and never spoken of, and we were encouraged to embrace our sexuality in a healthy way, there would be almost no such thing as rape or child molestation.   Sex would be something wonderful that happens between consenting adults (or those mature enough to make those decisions on their own, without coersion).
630075
Well, I think because this phenomena is against : \n\nReligions .\n\nHuman nature .\n\nIt is also one of diseases transmission .\n\nIt's disgusting...\n\nGod Punishment... because he created Eve for Adam, not for another Eve...and Adam for Eve not for another man...
809904
There is no sin in such a thing. That sounds like legalism to me. As well as quite foolish. The bible never specified this to be wrong.\nPaul only mentioned a womans hair is her glory. Not so as to not cut it.
1183368
Interesting question.\n\nThe bible refers to homosexuality as sin and "unnatural." \n\nThen, the bible says, "The natural man does not care for the things of God."\n\nSounds like there are two naturals or more.\n\nNatural: The original state of created things as designed\nNatural: The unchanged Man without God\n\nVery thought provoking...
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There are a lot of things going on here, I think.\n\nFirst off is the Judeo-Christian belief that sex (especially premarital sex) is somehow evil and corrupting(though this belief is certainly shared with other religions). There are no reasons to believe this other than religious ones. Yet, we, as a culture (Western culture) are so ashamed of sex that we've become ashamed of ourselves and do terrible things to avoid having sexual desires.\n\nSecondly, there's a belief that teaching teenagers about sex will cause them to go crazy and start humping like mad. Of course, they already are, but never mind that. It's kind of the ostrich and the sand syndrome. What people don't realize is that teaching about sex, reinforcing the positive aspects while teaching about safety, is utterly necessary. Abstinence only works on paper. And I also think that abstinence just makes one more loathesome of one's own body and natural physical desires. I mean, if we didn't have physical desires and act on them, how would our species continue?
289187
If you entertain a sinful thought, it is considered a sin.