# The Christian Concept of Human Sexuality as Sin — WHE Article Discussion (2-1815)

**URL:** <https://community.worldhistory.org/t/the-christian-concept-of-human-sexuality-as-sin-whe-article-discussion-2-1815/18053>\
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**Created:** [August 27, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/the-christian-concept-of-human-sexuality-as-sin-whe-article-discussion-2-1815/18053 "2021-08-27T15:56:12Z")\
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**Post date:** [August 27, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/the-christian-concept-of-human-sexuality-as-sin-whe-article-discussion-2-1815/18053/1 "2021-08-27T15:56:12Z")

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In the ancient world, human sexuality was crucial for the survival of the tribe and clan as well as pleasurable, a gift from the gods. Thousands of native cults emphasized fertility through rituals and prayers, and ancient gods were depicted with matching goddesses who produced offspring. There was a broad acceptance of the benefits of human sexuality; procreation ensured the survival of the community. Portraits of gods and goddesses were either nude or scantily, emphasized the male and female attributes and their roles in fertility.

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_This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at [https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1815/the-christian-concept-of-human-sexuality-as-sin/](https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1815/the-christian-concept-of-human-sexuality-as-sin/)._

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