As human beings, it is essential that we are able to distinguish between what is right from wrong and have an understanding of what constitutes morality. It's no secret that religion plays a...
The issue of how inclusive liturgical reforms impact congregants' perceptions of divine authority and holiness is an important one that has gained prominence in recent years. Inclusive liturgy refers...
The study of religion involves more than just beliefs, values, and rituals. It also encompasses how people perceive their relationship with God or other supernatural beings. Inclusive religious...
Myths of Goddesses and Sexuality
Sex is an essential aspect of human life and has been used by various cultures throughout history to convey deep philosophical concepts, including feminine...
The winter solstice is an important religious festival celebrated around the world to mark the beginning of longer days. It is associated with fertility, renewal, and rebirth, and has been linked to...
Queer theology is an emerging field within religious studies that explores the relationship between gender and spirituality from a queer perspective. It challenges traditional Christian teachings...
Queer theology reimagines divine authority not as domination but as mutual vulnerability and creative interdependence because it recognizes that God's power is inherently relational and...
Divine Authority
The traditional theological framework that has shaped many religious institutions is based on hierarchies and power structures, where God is seen as the ultimate authority figure...
Can divine authority be reconstructed through relationality, care, and dialogue rather than hierarchy?
Relationality refers to the way in which individuals interact and communicate with one...
In today's world, gender identity is an increasingly important issue that affects everyone, regardless of their religion. For many people, traditional religions have often been seen as conservative...