How do religious sects define sexual exploitation, and what psychological, social, and cognitive mechanisms ensure adherence among followers?
We will discuss how religious sects define sexual...
There has been growing interest in virtual and AI-mediated religious experiences that involve ritualized sexual practices. While these practices may offer unique opportunities for personal...
Religious sects often establish strict codes of conduct for their members to follow, including prohibitions against certain behaviors such as adultery, homosexuality, premarital sex, and pornography....
Sexual intimacy is an essential part of human existence, but it can also be used to manipulate people into submission or control them. In many religions, sexual intimacy is closely linked to power...
When it comes to sexual practices in new religious movements, there are many challenges that arise when it comes to conventional ethical, social, and ritual norms. This is because these groups often...
The word "religious" refers to belief systems that include supernatural beings and/or the supernatural aspects of reality. Religions vary widely in their teachings about sexuality. Some religions...
In many societies around the world, it is believed that certain fertility rituals can help increase one's chances of having children. These rituals may include fasting, prayer, sacrifices, and even...
Religious institutions have been using sexual intimacy to maintain their power and control over individuals since ancient times. In many religions, sexual intimacy has been seen as a way to maintain...
Sacred prostitution was an ancient practice that involved female temple workers who engaged in ritualized sex with male patrons for religious purposes. It was believed to bring good fortune,...
Religions are often criticized for their strict interpretation of morality, especially when it comes to sex, which is considered a taboo subject. In this essay, I will explore how religious beliefs...