The role of social networks and online communities has become increasingly important for LGBT people worldwide, especially those who identify as Muslim. Online platforms have created new...
The word "mystic" is derived from the Greek "mystikos," which means "hidden, secret." In Islamic tradition, it refers to an initiate who has undergone esoteric training and has achieved a high level...
LGBT Muslims face a difficult task in reconciling their desire for social visibility with the need to maintain physical security in conservative societies where being open about their sexual...
The term "Sufism" refers to the mystical aspect of Islamic spirituality, which emphasizes personal search for divine truth through direct experience and love. It is commonly practiced among Muslims...
The following paper seeks to discuss how intersectional factors such as ethnicity, migration, and class influence the experiences of LGBT Muslims. In order to achieve this objective, it will focus on...
Navigating Religious Rituals as LGBT Muslims
As an LGBT Muslim, I have always struggled to find a way to balance my religious beliefs with my sexual orientation. While many religions prohibit...
In the past decade, there has been an increase in awareness about the challenges faced by LGBT individuals in various social settings, including within Islamic communities. Although Islam prohibits...
Ritual practices have always been an integral part of Islamic faith and culture. These practices are meant to bring Muslims closer to God and help them lead a pious life.
For some members of the...
LGBT Muslims face significant challenges when it comes to reconciling their personal identities with perceived divine commandments regarding gender and sexuality. Islamic religious texts are often...
How do LGBT Muslims engage with religious scholarship to challenge exclusionary interpretations?
In many Islamic societies, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBT) people are...