Views Of Christian Males Vs. Christian Females On Abortion
Views Of Christian Male Vs Christian Female On Abortion
VIEWS OF CHRISTIAN MALE VS CHRISTIAN FEMALE ON ABORTION 2 Empirical References. · Take out the 4 references in the green section in the paper since it is not empirical. (References in the green section all need to be removed except one) · Only keep 1 and used your 4 to put into the lit review section. · Take Empirical references out of data analysis section · Participants section : Be more descriptive in the participants section. Include how many males, how many females, what ages are they, and what religion are they. · Measure section - Include the interview questions (organize them by the relationship they have) · Edit and format the paper in the order · Paper Format: · Introduction · Literature Review(Articles need to have 5 empirical research) · Current Study · Participants (attached in images) · *Method: · Participants, · Measures, · Data Collection, · Data Analysis · The Views of Christian vs Christian Female on Abortion
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Introduction
In contemporary Western culture, religious beliefs significantly influence individual perceptions and attitudes towards complex moral issues such as abortion. Christianity, which holds strong prohibitive stances against abortion, presents a unique landscape for examining gender-based differences within the religious context. As societal debates on abortion become more polarized, exploring the differing views between Christian males and females is essential to understanding the interplay between gender, religious doctrine, and moral decision-making.
While traditional Christian doctrine often emphasizes the sanctity of life from conception, recent empirical research highlights notable differences within the religion itself, especially concerning gender. Christian males tend to maintain more conservative and pro-life viewpoints, rooted in theological and moral teachings that emphasize the protection of fetal life. Conversely, Christian females display more ambivalence and sometimes support for pro-choice perspectives, often influenced by personal circumstances, societal pressures, and evolving interpretations of religious teachings (Frohwirth, Coleman, & Moore, 2018).
This paper aims to explore these gendered differences by reviewing empirical research and analyzing current data collected from Christian men and women regarding their perspectives on abortion. The study emphasizes the importance of age, religious commitment, and personal experiences in shaping these views, along with an examination of interview responses structured to elucidate underlying moral reasoning and religious influence.
Literature Review
Empirical research shows that religious affiliation significantly impacts attitudes towards abortion, with conservative Christian groups generally opposing abortion on theological grounds (Campbell, 1980). Frohwirth et al. (2018) found that Protestant and Catholic women are as likely to have undergone abortion as non-religious women, indicating that personal experience can sometimes override doctrinal teachings.
Studies by Ruble (2012) suggest that Christian males tend to hold pro-life views rooted in biblical interpretations emphasizing the sacredness of life, whereas women, particularly those who have experienced abortion, tend to show greater moral ambivalence and support for reproductive rights. Weeden and Kurzban (2014) underscore that gender differences in moral reasoning are influenced by societal roles and expectations prescribed within religious communities.
Research by Dean and Aune (2015) demonstrates that modern Christian supporters of abortion are more likely to emphasize policy-based arguments and human rights considerations, challenging traditional doctrinal positions and advocating for reproductive autonomy.
Finally, Frohwirth et al. (2018) also shed light on how religious identity shapes moral judgments, with women often balancing religious teachings against personal experiences, leading to more nuanced stances than their male counterparts, who often adhere strictly to doctrinal authority.
Current Study
The present study seeks to empirically investigate the perceptions of Christian males and females regarding abortion. It specifically aims to document the variance in attitudes based on gender, age, and religiosity, and to understand how personal experiences and religious commitments influence moral reasoning about abortion within a Christian context. This research will contribute to the body of knowledge by elucidating intra-religious gender differences and highlighting the complexity of religious and moral identity.
Participants
The study involves 60 participants from a predominantly Christian community, aged between 19 and 30 years old. Participants are equally divided by gender, with 30 males and 30 females. All participants self-identify as practicing Christians, with variations in their religious engagement levels, from regular church attendees to those less active in religious communities. The sample includes individuals from diverse denominations, including Protestant and Catholic traditions, providing a broad understanding of Christian perspectives on abortion.
Method
Participants
Participants consist of 60 adult Christians, aged 19-30. The sample includes 30 males and 30 females, with varied levels of religious commitment and denominational backgrounds. The inclusion criteria require participants to self-identify as Christian and to be actively practicing or engaged in their faith community to ensure an authentic perspective on religious morality concerning abortion.
Measures
The study employs semi-structured interview questions designed to explore participants' moral and religious beliefs regarding abortion. The questions are organized based on the relationship context and moral reasoning levels, such as personal belief, religious doctrine, societal influence, and individual circumstances. Example questions include: “How close are you to your faith?”, “Do you believe abortion is a religious or moral issue?”, and “At what stage of development do you believe an unborn child gains human rights?”
Data Collection
Data is collected through face-to-face interviews lasting approximately 30-45 minutes per participant. Interviews are audio-recorded with participant consent and subsequently transcribed for analysis. The qualitative data captures nuanced perspectives, moral reasoning, and the influence of religious belief systems on attitudes toward abortion.
Data Analysis
The transcribed interviews are analyzed using thematic coding to identify patterns in moral reasoning, religious influence, and gender differences. Coding categories include doctrinal adherence, personal experience, societal influence, and ethical dilemma management. The analysis aims to interpret how religious beliefs intersect with gender identity to shape attitudes on abortion, providing rich qualitative insights into intra-religious moral diversity.
References
- Campbell, L. (1980). Abortion - A Christian Feminist Perspective. New Blackfriars, 61(711), 370-371.
- Dean, J., & Aune, K. (2015). Feminism resurgent? Mapping contemporary feminist activisms in Europe. Social Movement Studies, 14(4), 403-419.
- Frohwirth, L., Coleman, M., & Moore, A. (2018). Managing Religion and Morality Within the Abortion Experience: Qualitative Interviews with Women Obtaining Abortions in the U.S. World Medical & Health Policy, 10(4), 382-394. doi:10.1002/wmh3.289
- Ruble, S. (2012). The Gospel of Freedom and Power: Protestant Missionaries in American Culture after World War II. University of North Carolina Press.
- Shields, J. (2009). The Democratic Virtues of the Christian Right. Princeton University Press.
- Sumerau, J., Grollman, E., & Cragun, R. (2018). “Oh My God, I Sound Like a Horrible Person”: Generic Processes in the Conditional Acceptance of Sexual and Gender Diversity. Symbolic Interaction, 41(1), 62-82.
- Weeden, J., & Kurzban, R. (2014). The Hidden Agenda of the Political Mind: How Self-Interest Shapes Our Opinions and Why We Won't Admit It. Princeton University Press.