In many religions, including Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and others, there are teachings that discourage or forbid clergy members from marrying and having sexual relationships...
The topic of this article is how Icelandic religious discourses negotiate moral authority in societies where premarital sex is culturally normalized.
There has been an increasing acceptance of...
Religious moral authority has historically been used to regulate sexual behavior through the creation of moral codes that dictate what is considered virtuous or deviant behavior. These codes have...
Sexual abstinence is an important concept for religious communities because it affects many aspects of their members' lives. It influences their moral authority, spiritual credibility, and social...
Religious authority determines the moral legitimacy of sexual transgression and forgiveness through specific rules and guidelines that are based on beliefs and interpretations of sacred texts. These...
Clandestine sexual behaviors are those that take place without public awareness or consent, and they can have significant impacts on how individuals perceive moral authority and religious...
Legitimacy crisis refers to the process whereby an established institution loses its credibility and authority among the population it serves. In the context of religion, legitimacy can be understood...
Contraception is a controversial issue that has been discussed since ancient times, but it has become increasingly relevant in recent years due to technological advancements in reproductive health...
The relationship between sexual moderation, moral authority, and social legitimacy in religious communities can be understood through a close examination of their interconnectedness and how they are...
Sexual Negotiation and Moral Authority
When it comes to sex, people have different attitudes based on their cultural beliefs and values. Some people believe that sex is only for procreation and...