Not only a reality check, but a philosophy check is required, particularly by the clergy, but also by many others who roar loudly in the media. Perhaps we may interpret the Irish vote to that effect.

Religion is one thing, morality is another thing, law is yet another thing. Sex is one thing, marriage is quite a bunch of other things. Do not call it "homosexual marriage" when even impotent men are eligible. In many countries, married couples without children have tax privileges, whose legitimation is now to be reassessed.