LGBT individuals often experience exclusion from their religious communities due to their nonconforming gender identity or sexual orientation. They may feel rejected, isolated, and even ostracized...
The representation, narrative and ritual framework of homosexuality has undergone significant changes throughout history due to the influence of globalization, migration and digital media. In ancient...
Gendered archetypes are commonly found in religious texts and stories that have been passed down through generations. These narratives often portray masculinity and femininity as opposing forces and...
Many people who identify as LGBTQ+ have experienced significant struggles with their faith communities due to the belief that homosexuality is sinful or immoral. These negative experiences can leave...
Queer religious narratives have been used to challenge the metaphysics of purity that underpin traditional moral theology for centuries. In many religions, including Christianity and Judaism, this...
Queer believers have long struggled to reconcile their religious beliefs with their sexual orientation, gender identity, and spiritual experiences. Some have turned to creative interpretations of...
The spiritual journey of an individual involves seeking the truth and connecting with the divine, which may involve going through periods of exile and isolation to learn lessons about oneself and...
Rituals are an integral part of most religions around the world, including Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, etc. These rituals involve various activities such as prayer, meditation,...
The concept of exile and marginalization has been deeply ingrained in religious beliefs since ancient times. Religions such as Christianity and Islam have emphasized exclusivity towards people who do...
There are many ways that LGBTQ+ people have tried to make sense of their faith in light of church teachings and practices that exclude them from spiritual community. Some have reinterpreted religious...