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Survey on Beliefs about Purity and Consent in Christian Faith
We are seeking Christian perspectives on the concepts of purity, particularly in the context of unwanted sexual experiences.
1.
In your understanding, what makes someone "pure" in the Christian faith?
2.
In your understanding, what makes someone "impure" in the Christian faith?
3.
Do you believe that someone who is touched sexually
without their consent
before marriage, becomes impure as a result?
Yes
No
Unsure
Please explain your answer
4.
Do you believe someone can be "washed clean" after experiencing sexual assault or harm?
Yes
No
Unsure
Please explain your answer:
5.
If someone you are close to in your community told you they have experienced unwanted sexual contact prior to marriage and they believe they are impure/permanently tainted as a result, what would you say to them?
6.
Which most accurately describes you?
Woman
Man
Non-binary
Prefer not to say
7.
What Christian denomination or tradition do you most identify with?