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Message: <blockquote data-quote="vantexan" data-source="post: 4139815" data-attributes="member: 24302"><p>I think it was the position of power that led to the abuse.  But if they were straight we would have seen much more abuse of girls.  For centuries there wasn't any way for gays to live openly as gays.  The priesthood gave them cover.  There have certainly been priests who've led exemplary lives and have helped countless people.  But say it's the year 1450.  You're a clever fellow who likes the finer things as well as are attracted to men.  Your family isn't wealthy.  You show an aptitude for academics in school.  What is your avenue for escape from your circumstances?  In the military you might get killed.  You've no desire to marry so the priesthood is your best option.  Was that way for many centuries.</p></blockquote><p></p>