[Ahldagor]

Originally Posted by Villide [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]

Actually, religion is subject to revision as well - normally, in relation to cultural changes that makes "the book" look bad. The Old Testament is pretty much disregarded, or the interpretation of its text has greatly changed.

These days, homosexuality is no longer considered an abomination in most religious circles, because it's an increasingly unpopular position to take. It's considered an "everyday" sin now, no different than the sins that normal, hetero humans make in their everyday lives. As we all are theoretically sinners before God, homosexuals are no worse in the eyes of the church for their sins.

They can do this, because the book allows for some wiggle room in interpretation.

So change is often convenient for the church, and good business.

the man who never alters his opinion breeds reptiles of the mind
-william blake-