Author: Corey J. Mahler, Esq., J.D., LL.M.

Despite their — loud and irksome — virtue signalling, I know for a fact that the enemies and adversaries seldom — if ever — actually speak with those of mixed race on matters of actual import; I, on the other hand, have fielded many questions from those of mixed race. Naturally, I never reveal anything said to me in confidence, and I consider anything said in private to have been said in confidence — meine Ehre heißt Treue, usw. —, but I can certainly state that I have not infrequently fielded questions from those of mixed race about marriage, children, and related matters. Instead of continuing to address these singly, and so that my position will be both public and clear, I will give my general advice here.

First, those of mixed race have — undoubtedly — been burdened by the indiscretion of their parents, grandparents, vel al., and this cannot be ignored. It is a disservice to all — both those without mixed lineages and those with them — to pretend that being of mixed race is not a burden. In fact, those of mixed race (at least these days) often recognize this reality much more clearly than those not of mixed race (much as someone with a disability often understands the reality of it better than those who do not suffer from such disability).

Second, this burden plays out with regard to spouse selection. If I were to marry, I would not have any of the considerations that are particular to those of mixed race — I would simply choose a Germanic woman and that would be that. Those of mixed race have competing loyalties, for they come from multiple, distinct lines. As a general rule, I would recommend that a man of mixed race ‘choose’ the race of his father and consider those his people, and take a wife from that stock. This is, however, a general rule, not a universal one — this is a matter of wisdom.

Third, this burden plays out with regard to children — generally. The children of mixed marriages or lines will, like their mixed parent or parents, carry the burden of having multiple lines and competing loyalties; again, I recommend selecting the patrilineal line and instilling in one’s children a sense of pride in and loyalty to that line — this is more difficult for those of mixed race, for obvious reasons.

Fourth, this burden plays out with regard to children — genetically. Humans do not benefit from ‘hybrid vigor’ (which sometimes plays out in animals, plants, et cetera), and so there are very real genetic and other concerns for those of mixed race when it comes to having children. Those of mixed race are often burdened with genetic defects (or other ‘costs’), and many of those are heritable. For those with serious genetic defects, I would strongly suggest considering not having children, because I consider it morally impermissible to burden children in that fashion. For those without such serious genetic defects, I would emphasize that children are a blessing from the Lord, even when they come with difficulties.

Fifth, some general moral, ethical, religious, et cetera, considerations.

• Some have suggested celibacy as a ‘solution’ to the issue of being of mixed race — I actually do not agree. Celibacy is an extraordinary gift that God gives out very sparingly. If you do not have the gift of celibacy, attempting to be truly celibate will likely end poorly, to say the least. Scripture is abundantly clear: If you do not have the gift of celibacy, then you are to marry to treat the sickness that is lust.
• Some have suggested refraining from having children as a ‘solution’ to the issue of mixed lineages — I actually do not agree. Children are a gift from God, and, while I do believe there is a place for wisdom in this matter, the general rule is that one should accept the number of children with which God blesses one. Barring a godly prince regulating these matters, a couple should let nature take its course, which is to say accept the blessings as God grants them. (Also, divide by two a few times and you’ll quickly realize these issues more or less evaporate over the course of a few generations.)
• Some have suggested that it would be hypocrisy for a father who took a spouse of another race to tell his sons not to do as he did — I actually do not agree. One of the foremost duties of fathers is to warn their children not to make the same mistakes. If you picked up an insect and it stung you, you’d certainly tell your son not to touch that particular insect — this is analogous. (Related: Yes, you do still have to honor your mother, even if she is of a different race from that of your father; no, this will not necessarily be as easy or clear cut as it is for those whose parents are not a mixed marriage.)

Much more could, of course, be said on this topic, but I believe these points form the core of what needs to be said. This has long been and remains my advice for those of mixed race. I am neither going to sugarcoat the matter nor resort to hyperbole — being of mixed race is not the end of the world, but it is also very clearly not ideal. Some pairings are far less wise and far more troublesome than others, but all come with their burdens. This life is neither ‘fair’ nor equal, and every man must bear his burdens, even if, in some cases, those burdens are heavier than those borne by others.