Religious texts can have many different interpretations depending on who is reading them and what their personal experiences are. One factor that can play a role in how someone reads these texts is...
The interpretation of scripture is a complex and multifaceted process that has been shaped by various cultural, historical, and religious contexts. One particular area of interest within biblical...
Love is an essential concept that has been used to interpret various aspects of life. In religious contexts, particularly biblical exegesis, love has been viewed as a critical component in...
In what ways can queer experiences of desire serve as a hermeneutical lens for reading sacred texts?
Desire is an inherently subjective experience that cannot be fully understood without taking...
Theology is the study of religious beliefs and practices through systematic reflection on what God reveals about himself and his relationship with human beings. It involves critical thinking and...
The reading of sacred texts through a queer relational and erotic framework opens up new interpretive possibilities that challenge traditional understandings of religion, spirituality, and sexuality....
Gender is not merely biological but also social. Gender identities vary across time and place. Historical religious texts often prescribe rigid gender roles based on binary male/female dichotomies,...
What are some common misunderstandings about queerness and biblical interpretation? What is meant by "queer hermeneutics" and how does it relate to biblical studies? How have scholars historically...
This paper will explore how to interpret texts that are perceived to be patriarchal or exclusive using hermeneutical approaches that promote inclusion. It will examine several methods for reading...