

The Morality of LGBT (and other hot button issues) | Beyond the Bible
7 snips Sep 4, 2025
Dive into the complexities of LGBT ideology as dissenting views clash with cultural fundamentalism. Explore historical perspectives that separate personal inclinations from identity, revealing shifts in moral understanding. Examine how ancient Greek philosophy influences modern ethics, especially on contentious topics like abortion and LGBTQ+ rights. Challenge traditional morals with insights from various philosophical frameworks, emphasizing the importance of societal stability and family structures in today's discussions.
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Conversation With A Hollywood Producer
- Nathan Jacobs tells a story about a meeting with a Hollywood producer who declared LGBT acceptance a red line for collaboration.
- The producer later admitted ignorance about ethics and was open to a reasoned philosophical discussion.
Secular Fundamentalism Around LGBT Issues
- Jacobs argues contemporary LGBT ideology functions as secular fundamentalism that forbids honest inquiry.
- He emphasizes many non-religious ethical systems can oppose homosexuality on philosophical grounds.
Passions Versus Moral Formation
- Jacobs explains passions are pre-volitional animal responses while morality relies on reasoned choice.
- Identity historically did not root in sexual inclinations; moral agency shapes who we become.