Whether homosexuality is considered a complete unrepentable sin because I disagree with that. I find the Catholic Church a bit too hierarchal and power obsessed so I'm looking for an alternative path.
Could anyone answer my question and give as much information as they can in simple words to explain the principles of Eastern Orthodox?
Thanks
2007-07-17 09:56:56 · 9 answers · asked by liamzamudio1234 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have a relative who's both Orthodox and an "in the closet" lesbian. She does not receive the sacraments but attends church - even the priest knows that she's lesbian but has made it clear to her that she's no longer eligible for sacraments until she rejects her lesbian lifestyle.
The Orthodox church condemns homosexuality and denies a homosexual the sacraments but allows the person to attend services with the hope that the person rejects the lifestyle and repents.
2007-07-18 10:53:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think there are some variations in the Eastern Orthodox rite, such as Armenian, Greek and Russian Orthodox - but you'll have to go to Wikipedia to get the differences between them. The Eastern Orthodox split off from the original church of Rome wayyyyy back [14th century or somesuch] and in many ways they more closely resemble the Anglican church as to principles and liturgy. Constantinople was the Rome of the Eastern Orthodox rite originally. Oh yes, their parish priests [or vicars, however they are called] are allowed to marry - which might be the healthiest difference of all - but their Metropolitans [heads of the various rites] may not be married. Do the Wikipedia trip for better/further info.
2007-07-17 10:05:16 · answer #2 · answered by constantreader 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You seem to have the wrong idea. The Church does not see homosexuality as a complete unrepentable sin. There is not a sin that someone cannot repent from. ACTING on a homosexual inclination is a grave sin (just like a hetero act outside of marriage is).
How about you read the Catechism?
"2357 Homosexuality refers to relations between men or between women who experience an exclusive or predominant sexual attraction toward persons of the same sex. It has taken a great variety of forms through the centuries and in different cultures. Its psychological genesis remains largely unexplained. Basing itself on Sacred Scripture, which presents homosexual acts as acts of grave depravity,140 tradition has always declared that "homosexual acts are intrinsically disordered."141 They are contrary to the natural law. They close the sexual act to the gift of life. They do not proceed from a genuine affective and sexual complementarity. Under no circumstances can they be approved
2358 The number of men and women who have deep-seated homosexual tendencies is not negligible. This inclination, which is objectively disordered, constitutes for most of them a trial. They must be accepted with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided. These persons are called to fulfill God's will in their lives and, if they are Christians, to unite to the sacrifice of the Lord's Cross the difficulties they may encounter from their condition."
2007-07-17 10:31:06 · answer #3 · answered by lawlzlawlzduck 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've heard the Orthodox church is just as much against it as the Catholic church.
2007-07-17 10:53:17 · answer #4 · answered by abu_isabella2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Above all else, you need to evaluate a church and its teachings in light of the gospel as revealed in Scripture.
You need to understand what Scripture has to say about salvation in relation to the gospel and understand that any other claims made by churches regarding salvation that are not found in Scripture constitutes that church teaching a false gospel.
For example, the Catholic church claims that only Catholics can be saved. Scripture does not support this claim. The claim in Scripture is that those who believe; have their faith and trust in Jesus Christ are those who are or can be saved, and not membership in a particular church.
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2007-07-17 10:02:31 · answer #5 · answered by Hogie 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Almost Christian denominations believe that homosexuality to be a sin, including Eastern Orthodoxy.
Since I assume that you are a westerner, then these articles might help you get started:
2007-07-17 10:23:41 · answer #6 · answered by Randy G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to my knowledge the orthodox church teaches the same as the catholic church in regards to homosexuality...
2007-07-17 09:59:43 · answer #7 · answered by Daniel F 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wll orthodox church is much more open-minded, I don't know do they consider homosexuality a sin
2007-07-20 00:52:48 · answer #8 · answered by GANDALF 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The word "orthodox" should give you a clue. I would discuss that with a priest, no kidding. that is what they are there for.
2007-07-17 10:00:43 · answer #9 · answered by Polyhistor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋