Religion has been used throughout history to justify and perpetuate gender roles that are often unequal. One way it does this is through the idea of "normalizing" asymmetrical desires as part of a...
In many religions, intimate relationships are seen as either an expression of submission to divine will or a rejection of it. This is particularly true for marriages, which are viewed as sacred...
Fatalism refers to the belief that certain events are predetermined and unavoidable due to fate or divine will. In this context, it is linked to sexual behavior since some individuals may view their...
Manichaeism is a religious movement that originated in Persia during the third century CE. It was founded by Mani, who claimed to be the prophet of God and the chosen one. According to him, there...
Religious teachings about sexual desire have always been an important part of human society, and they often play a significant role in shaping moral reasoning, ethical judgement, and social conduct....
In religious texts, sexuality is frequently described as an expression of the divine will or an act that can be used to enhance one's relationship with God or gods.
Many religions view sexual...
The article is about how queer believers perceive divine will as an open invitation to authenticity rather than moral constraint. It explores their belief system, which may differ from that of...
In many religions, there is the concept that God has a plan for each individual's life, which includes their romantic and sexual relationships. For some LGBTQ individuals, this can be challenging...
When LGBTQ people experience traumatic events related to their sexual identity or gender expression, it can have significant impacts on how they view God and Christian teachings about compassion,...
LGBT individuals are people who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer/questioning. They exist throughout human history and across different cultures and religions. Many...