contraception and childlessness

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biblical teachings

  • god instructs humans to ’be fruitful and multiply’ [genesis 1:28] 

  • Suggests main purpose of being human is to procreate and therefore avoid contraception 

  • Genesis 4:1 says eve gives birth to cain ‘with the help of the lord’, meaning that children are produced through god’s will -> contraception therefore might be seen to possibly obstruct the will of god 

  • St Paul also seems to have favoured celibacy (arguably a form of contraception) as the ideal state, possibly because he expected the second coming of Jesus to happen soon and therefore thought that Christians should be more focused on spiritual  matters rather than sex -> perhaps childlessness defended 

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catholicism

The Catholic Church traditionally values procreation within marriage. However, it also recognizes the value of celibacy and childlessness for those who choose a religious life. The Church does not condemn those who are childless due to circumstances beyond their control

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protestantism and childlessness

Many Protestant denominations also value procreation but are generally more accepting of individual choices regarding marriage and childbearing. Some Protestant theologians argue that the "be fruitful and multiply" command is not a universal mandate, and that childlessness can be a valid choice for Christians. 

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catholicism + birthcontrol

  • Roman Catholic teaching consistently argued against use of artificial contraception, reaffirmed by pope paul VI 

  • Permits use of ‘rhythm method’ and sexual abstinence as non-artificial forms of contraception 

  • Natural purpose of sex is procreation and anything that interferes with this purpose is considered contrary to NL 

  • HOWEVER, pope benedict stated that use of condoms is permissible to prevent spread of STDs (like HIV) 

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protestants and contraception

  • Protestant objection to contraception has softened and ‘prudent family planning’ (limiting family size) is permitted and has been made a matter of conscience 

  • Protestants may still be opposed to use of abortifacients outside of marriage (as may encourage promiscuous behaviour)