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Homosexual signification: a moral construct in social contexts.

Beatrice C Green1

  • 1University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Holton Hall, PO Box 413, Milwaukee, WI, 53201, USA.

Journal of Homosexuality
|July 29, 2005
PubMed
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This paper explores the moral and social themes underlying homophobic attitudes, moving beyond personality traits to examine the roots of prejudice. It aims to foster understanding and acceptance by analyzing historical and religious arguments against homosexuality.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Psychology
  • Sociology of Religion
  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Homophobia is often viewed as a composite prejudice linked to masculinity, sexual norms, and personality traits.
  • Existing research on reducing homophobia primarily focuses on education and tolerance.
  • A critical examination of the underlying fears and moral arguments constituting homophobia is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a taxonomy of moral themes contributing to homophobic attitudes.
  • To analyze the historical, religious, and social roots of prejudice against homosexuality.
  • To promote a deeper understanding of the etiology of antagonistic attitudes toward homosexuality.

Main Methods:

  • The paper employs a qualitative analysis of recurring moral themes in arguments against homosexuality.

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  • It synthesizes historical, religious (Judeo-Christian), and secular perspectives on homosexuality.
  • The study examines societal concerns regarding social order, gender roles, and ethnic continuity.

    • Main Results:

    • Recurring themes include religious proscriptions, concerns about masculinity and gender conformity, and the 'against nature' argument.
    • Societal fears related to social order, ethnic extinction, and historical associations with social evils contribute to homophobia.
    • The 'against nature' argument is critiqued for focusing on species reproduction over individual nature and other sexual ends.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding the diverse moral and social underpinnings of homophobia is crucial for addressing prejudice.
    • Moving beyond simplistic definitions and focusing on the etiology of fears can foster greater acceptance.
    • This analysis contributes to a more nuanced understanding of antagonistic attitudes toward homosexuality.