[Theoria]

'I’m curious where you get the notion that first cousin marriage is prohibited by Christianity. I don’t think that’s the case.'

I didn't say it did/didn't. That was from another FReeper. Consanguinity is very high in the Jewish faith. Certain Chrisitian 'groups, ie Amish, Mennonites, Mandaeans and others are infamous for their endogamy.

[Sherman Logan]

Sorry, guess I got lost in the threads.

I’m often surprised by Christians who say “Christianity prohibits that” without much in the way of evidence.

The medieval Church certainly came up with some elaborate consanguinity rules, but those aren’t in the Bible. Also were routinely violated when politically advantageous.