Applying theories

• How can natural law be applied to homosexuality?


  The purpose of sex is to create a new life, homosexual relationships don’t do this so are not accepted
• How does Burton M. Leiser go against natural law?


  Argues sexual acts have multiple purposes, so not all sexual acts should fulfil every purpose
• What would situation ethics argue about homosexuality?

  If it is the most loving thing to do it should be allowed
• What is a quote supporting homosexuality from situation ethics?


  “Only one thing is intrinsically good, namely love, nothing else.” - Joseph Fletcher
• What does Kantian ethics say about homosexuality!

  • All actions must be universalisable
  • If we universalise reproduction as a requirement of sex it would mean homosexual sex is unethical
  • People can’t be used as means to an end, so any sexual relationship must involve equality
• What does Kantian ethics say about premarital and extramarital sex?


  Involve relationships outside social rules

  Kant thought it was important to take our duty towards society and others seriously
• How is utilitarianism applied to homosexuality?

  If we want the greatest pleasure for the greatest number, homosexual relationships are okay
• Why would some utilitarians not accept homosexuality?

  If it is not accepted by society it should be banned