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Who is the Greek god of LGBT?

Several Greek deities and figures are associated with LGBTQ+ themes, with Hermaphroditus representing intersex and gender-fluid identities, Dionysus viewed as a queer or non-binary deity, and Ganymede serving as a figure for male homosexual love. These figures embody the fluid, non-binary, and diverse expressions of sexuality and gender in Greek mythology.
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Does god support LGBTQ?

Whether God supports LGBTQ+ people is a deeply divisive topic within religious communities, with some interpretations finding condemnation in scripture (citing verses in Leviticus, Romans, 1 Corinthians) and affirming views emphasizing God's universal love and reinterpreting those verses as not applying to consensual, loving same-sex relationships, leading to differing stances across denominations, from official condemnation to full acceptance.
 
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Who are the gods of Lgbtq?

From this period, numerous spirits or deities were associated with homosexuality, bisexuality and transgender identities. These include Chou Wang, Lan Caihe, Shan Gu, and Yu the Great, and Gun.
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Who is the Greek god of bisexuality?

While there isn't one specific "god of bisexuality," Apollo is often cited as the primary god representing bisexuality due to his numerous affairs with both women (like Daphne) and men (like Hyacinthus), and Dionysus is another prominent figure associated with fluidity and transcending gender norms, often seen as androgynous, with male and female lovers and an embrace of both masculine and feminine aspects. 
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Do Greeks support LGBT?

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) rights in Greece are among the most advanced in Europe, with the country consistently placing in top positions on LGBT rights classifications.
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Do Greek gods accept LGBTQ?

Yes, Greek mythology is rich with LGBTQ+ themes, featuring numerous gods, heroes, and mortals in same-sex relationships, often portrayed as deep, respected bonds, with famous examples including Zeus and Ganymede, Apollo and Hyacinthus, and Heracles with various male lovers like Hylas and Iolaus. While homoerotic narratives between men are common, female same-sex relationships are less frequent but appear, such as the story of Iphis and Ianthe. 
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Which religion is most accepting of LGBTQ?

There isn't one single "most" accepting religion, as acceptance varies by denomination, local community, and individual, but Unitarian Universalism, Buddhism (especially in some forms), and many Protestant denominations like the United Church of Christ (UCC) are known for strong, official support, while Judaism, Hinduism, and even Catholicism have very LGBTQ-affirming branches and high levels of member acceptance in the U.S., contrasting with more conservative traditions like Evangelical Protestantism or some Orthodox faiths. 
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Does Athena support LGBTQ?

Athena celebrates all the diversity in the communities we serve, from LGBTQ+, to people with disabilities, to military, and more.
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Who is the flirty Greek god?

The Greek god most associated with being flirty is Eros, the mischievous god of love, desire, and passion, often depicted with a bow and arrows to make gods and mortals fall in love, though his mother, Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty, is also known for her own flirtatious and amorous affairs. 
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Did Zeus fall in love with a man?

Yes, in Greek mythology, Zeus famously fell in love with a man, the Trojan prince Ganymede, abducting him to become the cupbearer of the gods on Mount Olympus and his lover, a relationship later immortalized by placing him in the Aquarius constellation. This myth reflects ancient Greek acceptance of pederastic relationships, with Zeus transforming into an eagle to carry the beautiful youth to Olympus, granting him immortality. 
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How many LGBTQ believe in God?

About 40% of LGBT adults ages 18 to 34 are religious, as are 51.1% of those ages 35 to 49, 55.8% of those ages 50 to 64, and 64.9% of those ages 65 and up. Over 70% of Black LGBT adults are religious—either moderately (39.3%) or highly (31.7%) religious.
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What does Krishna say about LGBT?

Hare Krishna views of homosexuality, and especially the view of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) towards LGBTQ issues, are similar to their views of heterosexual relationships, i.e. because the living entity is identifying with the body, any attraction based on the desire to gratify the body ...
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Which God is genderless?

Many Hindus focus upon the impersonal Absolute (Brahman) which is genderless.
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What religions don't accept LGBTQ?

Many religions, including conservative branches of Christianity (like Southern Baptist, Evangelical, and Orthodox), Islam, Mormonism (Latter-day Saints), Orthodox Judaism, and some Eastern traditions (like certain Hindu groups), do not support LGBTQ+ identities or rights, often viewing homosexual acts as sinful, though stances vary widely within faiths, with many mainline denominations becoming affirming. Key faiths with generally non-supportive stances include Roman Catholicism (discourages but accepts non-celibate), Jehovah's Witnesses, and Seventh-day Adventists, while affirming groups are common in mainline Protestantism (like United Church of Christ).
 
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Did Jesus talk about homosexuality?

Jesus does not directly mention homosexuality in the Bible; however, interpretations of his teachings on marriage, sexual immorality (porneia), and his general inclusivity lead to diverse viewpoints, with some seeing his silence as indifference or acceptance and others viewing his affirmation of male-female marriage as implicitly against same-sex relations, often referencing Old Testament laws. 
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What did Jesus say about genders?

Jesus affirmed the creation account ("male and female") as foundational, emphasizing two distinct genders, while also demonstrating profound respect for women, elevating their status, and valuing their roles in his ministry, even transcending cultural gender norms by interacting with them publicly and affirming their equal dignity as image-bearers of God. He affirmed marriage between a man and woman, referencing Genesis, but also acknowledged eunuchs, suggesting broader understandings of human experience beyond the binary. 
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How did Hera renew her virginity?

Hera renewed her virginity annually by bathing in the sacred Spring of Canathus near Argos, a ritual that restored her as a maiden and was central to her worship, symbolizing her role as a goddess of cycles, including the renewal of marriage and self, despite her marital status. This secret, annual purification made her perpetually a virgin in a ritualistic sense, separate from her physical relationship with Zeus, and was re-enacted in cult practices by washing statues.
 
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Did Poseidon have a male lover?

Yes, Poseidon had several male lovers in Greek mythology, most notably the sea-god Nerites, a beautiful youth who served as his charioteer, and the mortal prince Pelops, with whom he shared a significant bond, even gifting him winged horses. While Poseidon had many lovers (female and male) and offspring, these relationships with men reflect the fluid nature of sexuality in ancient Greek myths, often featuring older protectors and younger beloveds, according to Theoi Greek Mythology, Retrospect Journal. 
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Who did Artemis turn into a girl?

Artemis turned the hunter Siproites (or Siproetus) into a girl after he accidentally saw her bathing naked; rather than killing him like Actaeon, she offered him the choice to live as a woman, and he accepted, becoming one of her hunters. 
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Who is the Greek god of lick?

Tyche (/ˈtaɪki/; Ancient Greek: Τύχη Túkhē, 'Luck', Ancient Greek: [tý. kʰɛː], Modern Greek: [ˈti. çi]; Roman equivalent: Fortuna) was the presiding tutelary deity who governed the fortune and prosperity of a city, its destiny.
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Does Aphrodite support LGBT?

Yes, Aphrodite is widely considered a supporter of LGBTQ+ identities, especially as the goddess of love embodying all forms of love, and has historical ties to queer identities, being called the patron of lesbians by the poet Sappho, while ancient cults sometimes portrayed her as gender-nonconforming or trans, appearing in art with beards or as intersex, fitting a modern understanding of fluid gender and desire. 
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Who are the 4 virgin goddesses?

The "four" virgin goddesses often refer to the prominent Greek/Roman trio of Athena/Minerva, Artemis/Diana, and Hestia/Vesta, who vowed perpetual chastity, but the count can expand to include figures like Astraea (Greek/Roman virgin goddess of innocence/justice) or even the Triple Goddess (Maiden Aspect) in Neopaganism, making the specific number depend on the mythology or tradition being referenced, with Hestia/Vesta being the most absolute.
 
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Are there any LGBT Greek gods?

Homosexuality and bisexuality

Apollo was also called "the champion of male love" by Andrew Callimach. Other gods are sometimes considered patrons of homosexual love between males, such as the love goddess Aphrodite and gods in her retinue, such as the Erotes: Eros, Himeros, Anteros and Pothos.
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Who was pregnant with Athena?

In an account by Hesiod, who makes three references to the birth of Athena in the Theogony, Zeus consorts with the goddess Metis, the clever daughter of Oceanus and Tethys. Metis becomes pregnant with the goddess Athena.
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Who is Zeus's favorite child?

Zeus's favorite child is widely considered to be his daughter Athena, the goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare, due to her unique birth from his head, her loyalty, wisdom, and the special privilege of carrying his thunderbolts (the Aegis). While some traditions suggest Heracles or Hermes as favorite sons, Athena stands out as his most favored overall.
 
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