Sodomy

Sodomy refers to certain sexual acts that are traditionally considered to be against nature, including anal or oral sex, or sex between a person and an animal. The term is derived from the story of Sodom and Gomorrah in chapters 18 and 19 of the Book of Genesis in the Bible.

Etymology

The term "sodomy" originates from the biblical city of Sodom, which, along with Gomorrah, was destroyed by God for its sinful behavior. The exact nature of the sin of Sodom is debated among theologians and biblical scholars, but it has been commonly associated with homosexuality.

Legal aspects

In many jurisdictions, sodomy laws have been enacted, often as part of broader "crimes against nature" laws, which also criminalize other forms of non-procreative and private consensual sexual activity. These laws have been increasingly abolished or struck down by courts as unconstitutional.

Religious views

Different religions have varied views on sodomy. In Christianity, it is generally considered a sin, based on passages from the Bible. In Islam, it is condemned based on teachings in the Quran and Hadith. Judaism also traditionally forbids sodomy, based on the Torah.

See also

• Sodomy law
• LGBT rights by country or territory
• History of human sexuality

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