Sexual relationships (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards

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Where sexual relationships should occur (Christian view)

Exclusively between married couples

How Christians view sexual intimacy

Divine gift from God

Primary purpose of sex (Christian view)

Procreation - bringing new life into the world

What sexual intimacy demonstrates in marriage

Dedication and commitment to one another

Christian view on sex outside marriage

Inappropriate and against God's intended design

Ten Commandments prohibition about marriage

Adultery - 'You shall not commit adultery'

St Paul's description of homosexual acts

'Shameful'

What Christians maintain before marriage

Sexual purity and chastity

Hebrews 13:4 teaching (quote)

Marriage honoured by all, marriage bed kept pure

1 Corinthians 6:18-20 about the body

Bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit

Genesis 1:28 command (quote)

Be fruitful and increase in number

Alternative Christian view: primary consideration

Love should be primary, regardless of relationship form

What some Christians accept regarding unmarried couples

Cohabitation (living together without marriage)

Humanist belief about sexual relationships

Consenting adults free if no harm caused

Non-religious focus on sexual relationships

Consent and mutual respect

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