Religious conservatism wants to apply the teachings of a particular religion to politics. Sometimes, this is done by simply proclaiming those teachings, at other times, people try to influence laws, to reflect these teachings.[1]
In most countries, political conservatism seeks to uphold traditional family structures and social values. Religious conservatives typically oppose abortion, LGBT behaviour (or, in certain cases, identity), drug use,[2] and sexual activity outside of marriage. In some cases, conservative values are grounded in religious beliefs, and conservatives seek to increase the role of religion in public life.[3] They also say that marriage is the union of a man and a woman, and oppose ideas such as same-sex marriage, or some people of the same sex living together.
- ↑ Andersen, Margaret L., Taylor, Howard Francis. Sociology: Understanding a Diverse Society Archived December 5, 2022, at the Wayback Machine Cengage Learning, 4th Ed. (2005), pp. 469–470. ISBN 978-0-534-61716-5
- ↑ "So Christians do not approve of the taking of illegal drugs, including most recreational drugs, especially those which can alter the mind and make people incapable of praying or being alert to God". Archived from the original on October 20, 2017.
- ↑ Petersen, David L. (2005). "Genesis and Family Values". Journal of Biblical Literature. 124 (1).