Onanism
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| Archbishop Oscar V. Cruz |
There was once a man named “Onan.” His older brother died. And in accord with the custom of that age, Onan married the woman widowed by his brother precisely in order to have children by her in memory of his deceased brother.
However, whenever Onan engaged in marital sex with his wife, he repeatedly “spilled his seed (semen) on the ground.” Onan was accordingly sentenced to death by God for his “wickedness” (Genesis 38: 3-10). This is certainly not a fairy tale — but a historico-biblical phenomenon.
In these times, the errant deed is called “Onanism.” In these days, the obscene act is known as “Withdrawal.” In the text and context of the foul and shameful “Reproductive Health bill,” the same detestable conduct is propagated as “Contraception.” Who then dare say with due knowledge and right conscience that the bill is good and proper, right and just?.... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/commentary/20110505com5.html
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