Given today’s open-mindedness about culture and technology, it is only surprising to discover that there are still many who are indifferent about gay marriages. It is still a difficult subject that many choose to avoid. It seems like society is not slowing down anytime soon, however, with the acceptance of the notion. Slowly by slowly, countries are becoming more accepting of the third gender. But until everyone learns to be accepting of these people, it is best to gain a knowledge of the most common arguments against gay marriages and why we think they’re stupid.
Here are some of the most common arguments you can find in many LGBT organizations and movements to legalize gay marriages:
#1: Marriage is Sacred. Period.
If marriage is sacred, then why do people end up divorcing one another? If marriage is so sacred, why was divorce legalized in the first place? Also, marriage doesn’t stick to just one religion. There are many people who have different religious beliefs so why do they marry one another? They accept their spouse’s religion and make it their own. Moreover, atheists get married too. But instead of getting married in a particular church, they do so through a presiding judge or government official.
#2: Marriage is about procreation
If this were the case, then why are there some couples who engage in pre-marital sex? How about the couples who get married after bearing a child already? This argument is so difficult to explain because there are some couples who do not plan to have any children. The only reason why they get married is because they want to spend the rest of their lives with their loved one. Given the option to adopt or go for surrogacy, the argument no longer deserves much thought to it.
#3: Polygamy is next to be legalized
There are many who fear that once same sex marriages are legalized, polygamy will follow. There really isn’t a good basis for this argument because people will always cheat when they are unhappy with their marriages. Even with Muslims, polygamy is already legal. So there really isn’t a basis as to why people think polygamy will follow. In the first place, people are really aware of polygamy and why it should not be done.
#4: It goes against tradition
This is one of the biggest arguments that many people are using, including the Prime Minister. Well, if it really goes against tradition, then shouldn’t we bring back slavery, witch hunts, living in caves, stoning, and even the notion that women should not be permitted to work nor vote? This is an absurd argument that really shows how closed minded some people can be.
#5: Marriage should be between one man and one woman
The argument that rises how marriage should only be between one man and one woman is absurd. This is because people argue that gay marriages go against the natural order of things. Well clearly, these people have been misinformed. There are some male animals that do ‘certain things’ with other males. Among the list include male dolphins, dogs, lions, does, and many more. If this can still be considered natural, then how come gay marriages can’t be legalized?
There are a lot of other arguments being raised about gay marriages. The fact that these arguments are still being debated today just proves that it needs to be addressed already. Thank God for Las Vegas and the other countries which have already allowed gay marriages!
What do you think about these arguments? If you’re planning to get married anytime soon, you may want to check out our post on the best same-sex wedding destinations you should consider.
[Source: About.com | Mama Mia ]
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