Same-sex sexual behavior is compatible with Hinduism

Same-sex sexual behavior is compatible with Hinduism
Subjects
Hinduism	Homosexuality
Morality
Linking arguments
All religions disapprove of homosexuality Governments should recognize both opposite and same sex marriages Homosexuality is natural It is morally acceptable to engage in same-sex sexual behavior It is morally acceptable to engage in sexual activity outside of a marriage People should abstain from sexual intercourse before they marry People are homosexual because they choose to be

Supporting arguments

The moral principles taught by Hindu scripture including helping others and communities, fulfilling dharma and harming no one. Same-sex sexual behavior is compatible with those principles.

Hindu sacred texts, in Bhagavatam 4.29.29 and Garuda Purana 2.32.29, both describe homosexuality as a normal occurrence to be tolerated.

Homosexual couples who are in love are in that position because they were a heterosexual couple in a former life, and their love has crossed over into their new souls. Homosexual relationships in this context are compatible with Hinduism.

Marriage is a union of two spirits according to Hindu scripture. Since spirits do not have genders, people can morally pursue sexual intercourse within the confines of a marital relationships regardless of gender.

Opposing arguments

The Vedas state that sexual intercourse is acceptable only for the purpose of procreation. Same-sex sexual behavior is incompatible with that, and is therefore unacceptable for Hindus.

Sexual activity is only compatible with Hinduism when it occurs between a man and a woman who are married to each other. Therefore, all same-sex sexual activity is inherently sinful.   Related argument: It is morally acceptable to engage in same-sex sexual behavior.

Translations of Bhagavata Purana 4 29 29
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