On the Construction of Contemporary Society and Sexual Minorities by Christianity
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christianity, sexual minorities, social structure, gender roles, reconciliation
Abstract
As a global religion, Christianity's doctrines and the practices that have developed from them have profoundly influenced the structure of gender norms and ethical values in today's society, while also engaging in complex and contradictory interactions with sexual minorities. In a society dominated by heterosexuality, sexual minorities seem to face structural oppression and identity struggles, which are closely related to the construction of contemporary social marriage and family ethics by Christian values. This article will explore the influence of Christianity on the social structure of modern Western and Chinese societies, as well as its role in shaping the gender roles of individuals and the perception of sexual minorities, starting from the historical context of Christianity, the original Bible, and the framework of human society. It will also attempt to uncover the deep-rooted reasons for the “discrimination and exclusion of sexual minorities” in society and propose solutions and practical concerns for the problems.
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