Original sentence: Arguments against and in support of homosexuality have been varied, and some basic arguments listed below were previously used in these debates.Arguments relating to the religious and moral nature have been the subject of much discussion, sometimes based the relevance or irrelevance of religious scripture, such as in Christianity, the reasons behind the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.Homosexuality has been associated with hedonism and promiscuity by some, along with a perception that homosexuality is somehow a choice, thus leading to a perception that homosexuality is immoral behaviour.However, many refute the argument of choice, and mention that not all homosexuals are promiscuous, and note that heterosexual couples can be similarly promiscuous.It is a perception by some that homosexuality is unnatural, though this view has been refuted by some describing homosexual behaviour in other animals.Other arguments include sociological perspectives, as homosexuality in men is sometimes associated with effeminacy and homosexuality in women is associated with masculinity, however it is not true all homosexual men are effeminate and all homosexual women are masculine, see for example lipstick lesbian.Recent advances in sociological studies and other discourse such as queer theory have brought a measure of scientific rigor to what had been mostly a philosophical debate.Some of these arguments have some basic elements which lend themselves easily to analysis
Edited sentence: "It foments close friendships and independent thinking."It is a dissipation of one's vital force."It is an expression of evolved consciousness."It is associated with effeminacy in men, and masculinity in women."It is commonplace in nature."It is condemned in the Bible and other sources of Christian doctrine."It is inseparable from child abuse."It is the path to 'living in truth' for those called to it."It led to Biblical plagues and natural disasters."Same-sex love is un-natural."Suppressing it alters the balance of nature."The male form is superior to the female form.Recent advances in queer studies have brought a measure of scientific rigor to what had been mostly a philosophical debate.Some historical and modern examples are:.This debate has made use of stock arguments, both pro and con