REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA - Executive Secretary of Commission for the Laity, Indonesian Bishop Conference, Father Suprapto said lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender had the same rights as human beings before God. However, same-sex marriage was another thing . 

"No religion permits same-sex marriage. We hope gay and lesbian to respect this principle," Suprapto said.

Unlike in European culture, Indonesian culture doesn't allow any homosexual behavior to be displayed in public space. However, Suprapto said the presence of gays and lesbians as part of Indonesian society needed to be recognized. He believes that they have the rights to be admitted by government and National Commission on Human Rights.

Referring their sexual behavior disorder, Suprapto said that was personal matter. Before God, he said, they have the same rights and dignity as His creatures. 

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