Pornography is an industry that generates billions of dollars annually through the creation and distribution of visual media depicting sex acts for entertainment purposes. While some people view it...
How do religious hierarchies regulate gendered erotic power?
Religious hierarchies are social systems that organize beliefs and practices related to divine beings, sacred texts, rituals, and moral...
In many societies around the world, there are persistent systems of gender inequality that dictate what roles men and women should play in society. These systems can have far-reaching consequences...
How Religious Sexual Obligations Shape Gendered Experiences
Sexual obligation refers to a socially acceptable set of norms that regulate sexual behavior between individuals. Such obligations are...
Geographic variations in religious practice can have a significant impact on sexual norms, erotic behavior, and marital satisfaction. Religious beliefs play an important role in shaping cultural...
Same-sex intimacy was an important aspect of Kerait religious thought that intersected with shamanic or mystical roles in various ways. This article will explore how this intersection occurred within...
The question of how religion shapes cultural attitudes towards desires can be explored in several ways. One way to approach this issue is to consider the different roles that various religions assign...
Religious authorities have often held strong views on sexuality, particularly regarding marriage and related matters such as monogamy, fertility, and reproduction. In many traditions, these teachings...
Today, many religions have specific teachings about marriage, including how sex between spouses is meant to be performed within marriage. These teachings often place restrictions on sexual activity,...
Transgender people face many challenges when navigating their gender identity within society, including issues related to religion. For some trans Muslims, this can mean grappling with conflicting...