The term "religious symbolism" refers to the use of symbols, images, rituals, and belief systems to communicate religious ideas and values. Light is one such symbol that has been used throughout...
How do religious metaphors of light, fire, and union structure subjective sexual experience? These three metaphors represent distinct aspects of human sexuality that have been described throughout...
Religion is often associated with morality, piety, spirituality, and ritual behavior. It can also be associated with taboos, social norms, and repressed desires. Many religions have rules regarding...
Darkness is an ancient symbol for evil and ignorance, while light represents purity, knowledge, and goodness. Religious stories, rituals, and traditions often employ these metaphorical opposites to...
Curves, Light, and Motion: Creating Layered Sexual Experiences
The human body is an incredible machine that produces many different sensations when stimulated. These sensations can be felt through...
Darkness is an essential part of human experience that has been underrepresented in religious thought due to its association with evil, sin, fear, and death.
Many cultures have embraced the...
Sexual mysticism is often used to describe experiences that have both physical and psychological elements. It can be seen as an attempt to understand and express the divine through physical...
Queer experiences of self-reinvention are often informed by sacred metaphors that resonate deeply with individuals who identify as part of marginalized communities. These metaphors offer a powerful...
Photography as Caress: Touch Through Light
In photography, there is a concept called "touch" that refers to the way the photographer interacts with their subject. It involves more than just...
Natural light is an essential tool for capturing authentic skin tones in photography. It creates a soft, warm glow that can make subjects appear more approachable and realistic. By contrast,...