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Morality depends on the society in which you live. In some societies homosexuality is immoral, in others it is not.
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Morality depends on choices. For example, it can't be immoral to be left-handed (though at one time it was thought to be so).
Since homosexuality is not a choice, it can't be immoral. As for homophobia, it is always a bad choice to express baseless hatred, so a strong argument can be made that homophobia is immoral.
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Whether homosexuality is determined by an individual's genetics, an individual's choice, or a combination of factors that may include societal, environmental, and even prenatal hormonal influences, has not been conclusively demonstrated.
With respect to the question as to whether something is immoral or not, that concept is a function of acceptable societal norms, and as such, varies by the society in which one finds him or herself.
As regards homophobia, the suffix phobia refers to an extreme and/or irrational fear or aversion to something...it may, but does not necessarily, reflect an individual hatred. If an individual's homophobia reflected an extreme fear, for example, it would be difficult to characterize something over which he or she had no control as being immoral.
This issue has long been the subject of discussion, from scientists to ethicists. It will not be resolved here by the pronouncements of interested parties on either side of the question.
What else can I help you with?
What word besides homophobia means dislike or hatred of homosexuality?
Homophobia does not mean a dislike or hatred of homosexual. It means a fear of homosexuality. When it is used in the other sense, it is being misused. Being against homosexuality would be anti-homosexual, or antigay.
What is the term for fear and prejudice against homosexuality?
it's called homophobia.
What has the author Howard Rawlins written?
Howard Rawlins has written: 'Coming out of the fires of homosexuality and homophobia' -- subject(s): Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Gays, Homophobia, Homosexuality, Miscellanea, Religious aspects, Religious aspects of Homosexuality, Sexual orientation
What is the Greek root of Homophobia?
The Greek root of "homophobia" is "homo," which means "same" or "alike," and "phobia," which refers to an irrational fear. Homophobia is the fear or hatred of homosexuals or homosexuality.
What does queer fright mean?
I'm guessing, but it may be another name for homophobia, or fear of homosexuality.
How does SpongeBob promote homosexuality?
It doesn't. You don't "promote" or sell homosexuality and it's not something that you can catch like a virus. Only through ignorance & homophobia do people connect some cartoons with "promoting" homosexuality.
What is the naturalist view on sexuality?
Homosexuality is found in over 450 species. Homophobia is only found in one.
Is it a sign of homosexuality if male friends like to hang out together?
No, however it's a sign of homophobia to ask such a question.
What phobia is the fear of homosexuality?
Homophobia is the name of the phobia relating to the fear of homosexuality or becoming gay; however, the term is used more often to refer to bigotry against gay people.
Is homophobia just present in humans?
Yes, homosexuality is present in more than 1,500 species, including all species of mammals and birds, as well as many others, but homophobia is only present in humans.
What has the author Irving Ashby written?
Irving Ashby has written: 'Primal threat' -- subject(s): Homosexuality, Homophobia, Lesbianism, Sexism
What is the definition of homophobia?
Homophobic is a word that has multiple meanings. I can mean that you hate gay or lesbian people and you think it is a bad thing to be gay or lesbian. It can also mean that you have a fear of homosexuals and homosexual activity, although in this definition you would not necessarily hate them.
