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Originally Posted by Textcritic
What an odd request, honestly. especially considering that to this point the discussion has been very cordial and I think quite respectful with regards to a highly sensitive and contentious issue. If you want to rant, then go right ahead. most of us here are grown ups, and I for one am not about to allow my feelings to be hurt by an opposing viewpoint.
I hope that you can understand and appreciate where I am coming from: As a professionally trained biblical scholar I do feel compelled from time to time to teach and to correct others about the enormous amount of confusion and misunderstanding about the biblical text, which invariably is bound to enter into these sorts of conversations. It's nothing personal, but for those who choose to marshal "scripture" in support of their views, I don't believe that it is inappropriate for me to expect that they clearly understand the texts that they invoke as authoritative.
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Well like many like him, he has a loose understanding of the bible, or deep down knows his views are not up to scrutiny. I get the feeling he and many others against gay marriage for religious reasons do the same, avoid tough debate because they have to answer some difficult questions.
I mean he did say this, and how often is this the type of person who walks away because the challenge to explain those beliefs is becoming harder and harder when exposed to real debate.
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I'm religious, and I do not support gay marriage.
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