Relationship between Religion and Public Attitudes toward Same-Sex Marriage: Examining the role of Traditional Chinese Religions through a Case Study of Hong Kong

Suen, Yiu Tung; Wong, Eliz Miu Yin; Chan, Randolph C. H.

doi:10.1007/s13178-023-00836-w

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“…[Participant 4]. Not supporting same-sex relationship can be attributed to person's religion [43] . In the study of Suen et al [43] , in Hong Kong, only 17.6% of Christians were supportive to same-sex relationship and 34.3% of non-religious people support.…”

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“…Not supporting same-sex relationship can be attributed to person's religion [43] . In the study of Suen et al [43] , in Hong Kong, only 17.6% of Christians were supportive to same-sex relationship and 34.3% of non-religious people support. Religion can be a major factor on why people do not support samesex relationship while others, especially those non-religious also do not support because of other causes, like in this study because of their social belief systems.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Discourse analysis on same-sex relationship through the lens of religious and social belief systems

Chavez,

Ceneciro

2023

Environ. Soc. Psychol.

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Religious beliefs and systems have a profound impact on shaping individuals' attitudes towards same-sex relationships. There is a diverse range of perspectives within religious communities, with some individuals adhering to traditional teachings that condemn homosexuality, while others engage in a process of reinterpretation to support and accept same-sex relationships. This qualitative study aims to analyze the different perspectives about same-sex relationship from the lenses of religious and social belief systems. Purposive sampling was used to select the participants (n=16) who identify themselves as a member of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) community (n=5) and religious people (n=11). Findings indicated the complexity of religious influence on social issues and emphasizes the role of individual engagement with faith in either hindering or facilitating acceptance to same-sex relationship. People who are inclined to their religious faith tend to condemn same-sex relationship. Notably, this study observed different interpretations of people about their religion and faith. While others believed it is against God’s will to engage in same-sex relationship, others interpret their belief in more holistic and inclusive way. Nevertheless, this study underscored the importance of understanding the evolving societal attitudes and the role of religion in fostering social discussion, tolerance, and inclusivity within diverse religious communities and society at large.

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confidence: 99%