The human desire to connect with something greater than ourselves is a fundamental aspect of our existence. This need has been explored through various philosophies, religions, and cultural...
Philosophy of Sexuality
Bisexuality is one of several forms of nonmonosexuality, meaning that it encompasses an attraction to people of multiple genders simultaneously. Nonmonosexuality challenges...
How does the intersection of queer identity and mysticism influence the ways in which LGBTQ+ individuals construct meaning and purpose in their spiritual lives?
The word "queer" is often used to...
The word "myth" can be traced back to Greek roots that mean "word" or "story", often referring to stories about gods and goddesses, their actions and relationships with one another, and how they were...
The experience of being excluded can have profound effects on one's perception of the divine and their relationship with themselves. It may lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness, causing...
The concept of deities being understood through a reflection of queer bodies is not new; it has been explored for centuries in various contexts and traditions.
The notion of a single divine form...
The topic I will be discussing today is how images of saints and angels blur the boundaries between gender, desire, and divinity. This can be seen in artistic representations of these figures...
The concept of "incarnation" refers to the belief that God became human in the form of Jesus Christ, taking on flesh and blood in order to experience the physical world. This belief is central to...
Queer individuals often face oppression from religious institutions, communities, and society for their non-heteronormative identities, lifestyles, and practices. This can lead to spiritual exile,...
Queerness is a broad term used to describe a wide range of identities and experiences that deviate from heteronormative cultural norms regarding gender identity, romantic orientation, and sexual...