Religious Studies GCSE
Procreation versus companionship
What Procreation versus companionship means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Procreation versus companionship
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The contrast between traditional religious teachings linking heterosexuality to procreation and the biblical command to multiply, and liberal views emphasising love and mutual respect over procreative potential.
Topics that use Procreation versus companionship
- Theme A: Relationships and families (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Agape
- Christian traditions
- Cohabitation
- Compassion
- Complementarianism
- Contemporary British society
- Contraception
- Contrasting beliefs
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