circumsised...or not??? which is best???

[ntl_marc]

I realise this i a family site... but there are some things in life that need answering...which is best...a circumsised man or un-circumsised one?

Also... what does this strange practice signify??

Which cause the most complications??

And does the circumsise-ee suffer from pain?

Does it feel diffent for the man??

Pls any answer would be helpfull thanks.

Answers from men or women or both would be great thanks.

[Morrisonker]

A circumcised penis is supposed to be more hygenic and also more attractive.  I don't think it's a case of which is better, rather which is preferable.  I think traditionally circumcision is performed while the boy is an infant, but men can be circumcised if the foreskin is too tight or there are other medical reasons.  Obviously it's going to be painful while it heals, it's a very sensitive area after all.  I've heard that the penis can be slightlyless sensitive after the operation, which could be a blessing or a curse, depending on certain factors ;)

Female circumcision, now that's a mystery...

[ntl_marc]

thanks for that... i understand the hygiene reasons... but also there are religious reasons too... which i dont know about. Does it feels diffrent from the partners point of view... or rather feel?

As to regading the female circumsision... i have read an article in a new paper regarding female circumsision in Africa and wouldnt want this on any woman on this earth, and tottaly disagree with it.

 

[Hippy]

From antiquity, circumcision has been a method of tribal identification with the males often suffering the "operation" as a rite of passage at puberty. The theory is that, "We are circumcised and nice, those nasty unclean neighbours are not and are therefore not nice."

Jews circumcise their young boys at eight days, but the age for Muslim boys varies regionally but most often age seven is preferred, although it is known from as early as the seventh day following birth all the way up to puberty. Circumcision is not mentioned in the Qur'an, but Muslims everywhere regard it as essential, and the Hadith record it as a practice recommended by the prophets. For both faiths it is seen as a ritual of purification, a symbolic "cutting off of the flesh", recognition that the person concentrates on spiritual things rather than being distracted by earthly and earthy concerns.

More modern and secular arguments for circumcision include lowering the risk of infant and later sexually transmitted infections, promoting better hygiene, and elimination of smegma formation.

Many people consider the routine circumcision of infant boys a mutilation, an assault and medically unnecessary. Far rather leave it to the individual when they can make their own life choices. It is a wonder why anyone would want to remove an exquisitely sensual and erogenous organ.

It seems to me that it is mainly the circumcised who seem to have an issue (either way) with the procedure and its result; those of us left entire find the endless discussion on the matter rather irrelevant. My opinion is that things are better left alone unless there are pressing and necessary physical benefits to be gained.

Three sites for further study: http://www.circlist.com  shows the history and religios arguments for whilst http://www.cirp.org/news/Mothering1

[Hippy]

and http://www.circumstitions.com put the case against.

[Hippy]

And the first one was edited cruelly by the Answerbank computer. Uncut it is: http://www.circlist.com Enjoy!

[flashpig]

Aparently it reduces sensation. I wouldn't now get circumsised for this reason alone, and I wouldn't deprive my son or daughter of this option, but I cannot criticise other religions or cultures who circumsise their daughters or sons if that is what their culture or religion dictates.

[flashpig]

Although... my sister, in a drunken conversation providing more information than was required or desired, swears by circumsised men.

[inferno]

Flashpig - I wonder why you wont critisise something because it is dictated by religion or culture -  do you draw the line anywhere?

[nicola_red]

I think cut is better but actual intercourse doesn't feel different, it's just when doing other stuff...I can't go into any more detail without the answer being banned!

[flashpig]

inferno, I won't because it is too dangerous. I don't want to get into an argument with someone who supprts this accusing me of being a racist or anysuch. Circumciion to me seems like mutilation, children have no say in the matter, but if culturally or religiously it is required then its up to the parents and not me. Not my problem. And not my childrens problem either.

I quite like the look of my foreskin, but through extensive porn watching I agree with andy that circumsised willies are quite pretty. And yes, I can see the benefit of a certain lack of sensation.

I just hope that my girlfriend doesn't agree with my sister too much, can put up with my 'last turkey' and doesn't mind the results of any oversensitivity that I might have.

[secretspirit]

I've seen circumsion done on TV to a young baby and I think it's barbaric, especially as it's done without anaesthetic. Sorry if you disagree but there it is. I hate the idea of seeing a cirumcised one on an adult as well. There's a big backlash against female circumsion and rightly so but people are too scared to speak out against it being done to boys.