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Why are Turkey's televangelists talking about oral sex?

Turkish imams and televangelists are becoming increasingly outspoken in their commentary and debates on permitted sexual practices.

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Ali Riza Demircan, a popular theologian, appears on a TV show hosted by Pelin Cift (R), July 11, 2015. Cift was unable to contain her laughter when Demircan asserted, “Advanced oral sex between a married couple is haram [forbidden by Islam].” — youtube.com/Cihad Eri

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