Homosexual people from the perspectives of current religions

Abstract

The article shows the origins of Buddhism - Catholicism - Islam on homosexuals through scriptures, doctrines, canon laws and the reality and practical impact of religious views on the life of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community in each religious context. Buddhism considers homosexuals as heterosexuals created by karma, have biological equality and Buddha nature, so they still have the same abilities, rights and responsibilities as heterosexuals. Catholicism considers homosexuals as children of God and they have human nature. Islam does not recognise the existence of homosexuals, because Allah only created men and women. Regarding sexual behaviour and marriage, Buddhism believes that homosexuals have the right to perform homosexual acts, same-sex marriage, on the condition that they comply with the precept of adultery. Catholicism calls them to live a life of celibacy and chastity, does not accept homosexual acts and same-sex marriage. Islam does not recognise homosexuals in all aspects.
Regarding homosexual monks, both Catholicism and Buddhism share similar views on whether to accept their
participation in monastic life as a homosexual individual or not. Theocracy and secular authority on homosexuality
are also discussed in social aspects.