Same-sex marriage

It was not until the rise of Christianity that same-sex relationships and marriages were considered a sin. In Assyria homosexuality was recognized and according the History News Network at George Mason College Roman Emperors were in same sex marriages more we’re considered gay or bisexual. But it wasn’t until 32AD in the Theodosian Code that prohibited marriages and relationships and those who took part were sentenced to execution (Frakes). Even in 2015 the country of Iran hold executions for…

shamed for what they were, and made to believe that what they felt towards another individual was morally wrong and against humanity. Over the past decades same-sex relations were never considered, until same-sex marriage was approved as law in all 50 states. This had allowed the threshold of gay rights to become expanded; resulting in many gay marriages at a certain period, (this is presented by the following image) (Granlund). This period has affected our country in various ways, which has…

In June 26, 2015, same-sex marriage has been legal in all of the 50 states of the United States of America. A lot of people, including the heterosexuals, homosexuals, etc., were in pure ecstasy. Same-sex couples were finally allowed to live happily and marry each other. Although, despite the happiness around, there were still people who didn't like this idea and they continued to fight for same-sex marriage to be illegal again. As for the Philippines, same-sex marriage is still not…

In the video, “Republican chokes up at Gay Marriage Debate in Washington”, Republican State Representative Maureen Walsh speaks in support of same-sex marriages in front of her colleagues during the debate on the legalization of same-sex marriage which took place in Washington D.C., on February, 8, 2012. During her speech, Maureen Walsh delivers three intimate and moralizing stories to impress upon her colleagues the idea that denying marriage because of sexual orientation is against human…

Colorado bakery, his stance on same-sex marriage and the effects on his business. Mr. Phillips was requested by Charlie Craig and David Mullins (a same-sex couple) to bake a wedding cake for them. According to Mr. Phillips, who is a born-again Christian, he cannot and will not design desserts for same-sex weddings. Mr. Phillips cites his Christian beliefs in that it would be a violation and rebellion again God to do so. His beliefs are that the Bible’s definition of marriage is clear and that it…

Newsstands, television screens, and social media platforms are plastered with images of joyous same sex couples sharing a kiss or proudly waving a rainbow flag overhead. A celebratory heading in boldface commands attention amongst the sea of sensationalized celebrity news. Same sex marriage has just been legalized. The basic human right to wed can now be exercised by millions of couples. This very scene has unfolded in thirty-seven of fifty states here in America. Some would say that this is…

What is marriage? There are many types of marriages, yet the two most popular are opposite sex marriage and same sex marriage. Opposite sex marriage is two people of the opposite sex combining as partners in a relationship by law. Same sex marriage is the same as opposite, but instead of the opposite sex it is the same sex. People have questions such as does it affect family members. Although many people would say it does not, it does. The people that are making the affect on their family are…

requesting a marriage license in Texas, a state that bans same-sex marriage (Wong). In the United States of America, it is up to the state government to ratify same-sex marriage. As of 2014, thirty-five states in the U.S. allow same-sex marriage, and fifteen states ban it. Gay marriage is banned for a number of reasons including the following: it is unnatural, unorthodox, and homosexual couples cannot raise kids right. The constitution clearly states that all men are equal, so banning gay…

The first article I will respond to is Jeff Jordon’s essay against the legalization of same sex marriage. For the most part, I am for same sex marriage so I will be reacting in a refutable manner. Initially, Jordon makes a few ground principles for his argument by addressing the issue, counterargument, and moral impasses, but it’s not until section 4: Conflicting Claims on Homosexuality that his ideas quarrel with mine. Like Gordon mentions, not everyone is a theist so therefore we don’t have to…

Marriage. It is traditionally defined by many as the social institution of bringing together a man and woman in special forms of dependence for the purpose of maintaining families. The presence of same-sex marriage has been an undesired topic by many, but has recently gained a larger presence in modern society through protests, marches, and the legalization of same-sex marriage in all fifty states. However, some question if same-sex rights are indeed civil rights due to definitions and…