The Bible and Sex

[ProjectOmicron88]

I was browsing through Fark, and found this.

Basically, it's interesting to me to see just how much of the Bible we don't see because of theists focusing on the parts that make it look good. What are your thoughts?  

[Theophrastus]

I like when the lover's teeth are described as a flock of sheep.

Because sheep were brown and gray, then.  

[SkeletonPhoenix]

Wow my mind has been like blown man.  

[God of lunchboxes]

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?  

[Jessica Malatori]

What an interesting article... I knew some stuff like that was in the Bible... just didn't know the extent of it lol.  

[ProjectOmicron88]

Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink  

[God of lunchboxes]

ProjectOmicron88

Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?"

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

Incest? For the love of whatever God/ creative force, pick one generation and stick with it you bastards!  

[ProjectOmicron88]

Shedra Helix

ProjectOmicron88

Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?"

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

Incest? For the love of whatever God/ creative force, pick one generation and stick with it you bastards!

I've taken up the habit of saying things like "Sweet Cthulhu, you're stupid!" or something like that. (Not you, just using it as an example. sweatdrop )

The short-lived sci-fi series Firefly has a good one too: "Gorram it!"  

[Theophrastus]

I'm mad at myself because I can't find the video that's perfect for this. "Why is sex bad?" is what I thought it was called, but searches yield nothing for it or similar. If any of you find it, post - it's hilarious, creepy and appropriate.  

[ElenaMason]

ProjectOmicron88

Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

actually most Christians put rules on sex that dont exist on the bible as you said. and its ridiculous.

sex isnt bad. in fact God created it for us to enjoy. but mainly to "bear fruit" and have children. but its set for those married first, and THEN have sex when they want.

also not to commit adultery. i think thats a perfectly legitimate rule. i mean just look at all the cheaters out there. disgusts me that they hide behind their lovers back and then get caught and try to lie about it.

the main things with sex in the bible are this in a nutshell:

1)dont commit adultery
2)sex only after marriage
3) no premarital sex (this is a good warning lesson because most people rush into sex without knowing the person. what if they're just after the sex even after dating them for so long? waiting till marriage can show a person's character. its not a bad thing, its a good warning.)

purpose of sex:

1)pleasure (the obvious one)
2)for reproduction

but theres one other rule is the problem with lust. in the bible, lust is a sin, and sex can tie in with that or add to the problem of lusting. depends on the situation.


regarding the book Song of Songs, many many conservative christians i think want to overlook it because its in a way promoting the happiness and joy of sex, encouraging people to do it i guess. i dont know why people get so hyped up on this issue. as long as it is not premarital or adultery or causes you to lust, then its fine. nothing wrong with it.  

[ProjectOmicron88]

SaintChaos

ProjectOmicron88

Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

actually most Christians put rules on sex that dont exist on the bible as you said. and its ridiculous.

sex isnt bad. in fact God created it for us to enjoy. but mainly to "bear fruit" and have children. but its set for those married first, and THEN have sex when they want.

also not to commit adultery. i think thats a perfectly legitimate rule. i mean just look at all the cheaters out there. disgusts me that they hide behind their lovers back and then get caught and try to lie about it.

the main things with sex in the bible are this in a nutshell:

1)dont commit adultery
2)sex only after marriage
3) no premarital sex (this is a good warning lesson because most people rush into sex without knowing the person. what if they're just after the sex even after dating them for so long? waiting till marriage can show a person's character. its not a bad thing, its a good warning.)

purpose of sex:

1)pleasure (the obvious one)
2)for reproduction

but theres one other rule is the problem with lust. in the bible, lust is a sin, and sex can tie in with that or add to the problem of lusting. depends on the situation.


regarding the book Song of Songs, many many conservative christians i think want to overlook it because its in a way promoting the happiness and joy of sex, encouraging people to do it i guess. i dont know why people get so hyped up on this issue. as long as it is not premarital or adultery or causes you to lust, then its fine. nothing wrong with it.

I got a pamphlet on premarital sex once (I discussed this in another topic). Basically, there was not a single passage cited that said someone is not allowed to have premarital sex. Extramarital sex was forbidden, but adultery is generally not a good idea, so I agree with that. I figure as long as you use protection, it's fine.  

[ElenaMason]

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SaintChaos

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Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

actually most Christians put rules on sex that dont exist on the bible as you said. and its ridiculous.

sex isnt bad. in fact God created it for us to enjoy. but mainly to "bear fruit" and have children. but its set for those married first, and THEN have sex when they want.

also not to commit adultery. i think thats a perfectly legitimate rule. i mean just look at all the cheaters out there. disgusts me that they hide behind their lovers back and then get caught and try to lie about it.

the main things with sex in the bible are this in a nutshell:

1)dont commit adultery
2)sex only after marriage
3) no premarital sex (this is a good warning lesson because most people rush into sex without knowing the person. what if they're just after the sex even after dating them for so long? waiting till marriage can show a person's character. its not a bad thing, its a good warning.)

purpose of sex:

1)pleasure (the obvious one)
2)for reproduction

but theres one other rule is the problem with lust. in the bible, lust is a sin, and sex can tie in with that or add to the problem of lusting. depends on the situation.


regarding the book Song of Songs, many many conservative christians i think want to overlook it because its in a way promoting the happiness and joy of sex, encouraging people to do it i guess. i dont know why people get so hyped up on this issue. as long as it is not premarital or adultery or causes you to lust, then its fine. nothing wrong with it.

I got a pamphlet on premarital sex once (I discussed this in another topic). Basically, there was not a single passage cited that said someone is not allowed to have premarital sex. Extramarital sex was forbidden, but adultery is generally not a good idea, so I agree with that. I figure as long as you use protection, it's fine.

usually i have no problem with quoting verses but since im in a different type of guild....do you WANT me to post a verse that talks about premarital sex? if not then ill just leave the subject silent. just dont want to step on any toes here smile  

[ProjectOmicron88]

SaintChaos

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Shedra Helix

It would suprise me more if the bible prohibited sex. I mean it would disprove intellegent design in half a second, "God doesn't want us to have sex? Then what the hell did he make THAT for?

I've heard "Thou shalt not commit adultery" as reason not to have premarital sex. I wish I was joking too, but I'm not. Basically, Christians have all sorts of silly restrictions on sex, many of which are not even in the Bible. And yet God's chosen, like Lot, are apparently allowed to have a go with their daughters. Nasty.

Atheists have more fun. wink

actually most Christians put rules on sex that dont exist on the bible as you said. and its ridiculous.

sex isnt bad. in fact God created it for us to enjoy. but mainly to "bear fruit" and have children. but its set for those married first, and THEN have sex when they want.

also not to commit adultery. i think thats a perfectly legitimate rule. i mean just look at all the cheaters out there. disgusts me that they hide behind their lovers back and then get caught and try to lie about it.

the main things with sex in the bible are this in a nutshell:

1)dont commit adultery
2)sex only after marriage
3) no premarital sex (this is a good warning lesson because most people rush into sex without knowing the person. what if they're just after the sex even after dating them for so long? waiting till marriage can show a person's character. its not a bad thing, its a good warning.)

purpose of sex:

1)pleasure (the obvious one)
2)for reproduction

but theres one other rule is the problem with lust. in the bible, lust is a sin, and sex can tie in with that or add to the problem of lusting. depends on the situation.


regarding the book Song of Songs, many many conservative christians i think want to overlook it because its in a way promoting the happiness and joy of sex, encouraging people to do it i guess. i dont know why people get so hyped up on this issue. as long as it is not premarital or adultery or causes you to lust, then its fine. nothing wrong with it.

I got a pamphlet on premarital sex once (I discussed this in another topic). Basically, there was not a single passage cited that said someone is not allowed to have premarital sex. Extramarital sex was forbidden, but adultery is generally not a good idea, so I agree with that. I figure as long as you use protection, it's fine.

usually i have no problem with quoting verses but since im in a different type of guild....do you WANT me to post a verse that talks about premarital sex? if not then ill just leave the subject silent. just dont want to step on any toes here smile

If you wouldn't mind, go ahead. I'm curious to see that myself.  

[ElenaMason]

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If you wouldn't mind, go ahead. I'm curious to see that myself.

all righty. ill see what i can find but not now @_@.......zzzzzzzzzzz tired.....shizbucket its 2am...ugh i think ill sleepies....but not until i watch some Fushigi Yuugi first lol <3 Tamahome xD  

[ElenaMason]

First lets look at the definition of fornication which is right on dictionary.com

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Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1) - Cite This Source
for·ni·ca·tion /ˌfɔrnɪˈkeɪʃən/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[fawr-ni-key-shuhn] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation
–noun
1. voluntary sexual intercourse between two unmarried persons or two persons not married to each other.

now that thats clear, here are some verses that talk against fornication.

Hebrews 13:4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled; for fornicators and adulterers God will judge.

this is the main verse that talks about it but there are other verses that also consider it either a sin or just distasteful and among the many desires of the flesh.

Galatians 5: 16 But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. 17 For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the things that you please. 18 But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the Law. 19 Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, 20 idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, 21 envying, drunkenness, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you just as I have forewarned you that those who practice such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.

and yet there are many more verses that see it in a distasteful light or about sexual immorality in general. i can post them if you want me to.