Buddhism Quote by Brad Warner
“Now however, we have contraception and it's mostly reliable so you can have sex without that happening. So then you start vilifying the act of sex itself. I don't think Buddhism has ever done that necessarily, or at least I'm not aware of Buddhism taking the stance that Christianity often has which says that sex itself is a kind of evil act, which is a really weird idea.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast discussion on Buddhism and sexuality, 2020
The speaker argues that modern contraception reduces the moral condemnation of sex, contrasting Buddhist and Christian attitudes toward sexuality.
In simple terms: Contraception lessens moral judgment of sex.
Key Takeaway
Recognize nuanced views on sexuality.
Themes
religion
sexuality
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- sexual education
- religious discourse
Key Concepts
Buddhism
Christianity
modernity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do modern tools reshape moral views?
- Do all religions view sex similarly?
A Different Perspective
Religious teachings vary widely across cultures.
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