The sixth of the Seven Noahide Laws teaches us to harness and channel sexuality within marriage
Often, religious discussions address issues of sexuality and marriage. Before we start jumping to conclusions, we need to be honest with ourselves or the discussion will go nowhere. After all, this is a very powerful drive and since we believe that our Creator has given it to us for a reason, let’s explore and reflect on it.
A few short years ago we learnt to appreciate families much more. Lockdowns saw a dreadful mental decline of our society and children brought up during that time still show different development patterns. In this page we are not discussing the reasons behind the policy; we are just reflecting on it. There was a certain impact of not being able to see our extended families, our friends and a definite lack of ability to form new wholesome relationships.
As we grow up, we are observing our parents and extended family patterns. We will see that nothing is perfect. As time goes by, we start missing our big family gathering, including the endearment towards all the imperfect moments of it.
Eventually we meet new people and feel a certain drive towards them. Once we see the person we are attracted to, we will start a conversation. To deny that this first impression is based on our sexual drive is just silly. From this point on, it is up to us if we want to take these relationships to create a family or a friendship or just leave it as an acquaintance like. This is the stage that if we are honest, none of us wants to be used as a one night stand. We crave to be treated with respect.
Respect is a big word, so let us agree that it includes knowing each other. If you read the Bible, you will notice that knowing each other includes having intimate relationships with that person. Keeping it confined to one person will allow us to learn and grow. This is a wonderful journey that couples take together.
All the growth can be only done in a safe environment. Marriage is our commitment to create this safe environment, to accept the growth, to learn about ourselves and our partner. All it takes is the right attitude towards ourselves and others.