Prayer is an act of communication between human beings and their god, deities, spirits, angels, ancestors, or other supernatural entities. It can take many forms such as chanting mantras, singing...
When one is faced with religious discrimination, the practice of daily prayer can become a powerful tool for survival. Prayer can provide strength and comfort during times of hardship, but it also...
What are the different ways mystical practices can help integrate queer identity into spiritual devotion and bodily experience? Let's explore how meditation, prayer, rituals, and chants can aid this...
Mysticism is an ancient spiritual practice that involves seeking union with God through inner consciousness, meditation, and prayer. It has been practiced for thousands of years by people from all...
The practice of religion may be comforting to many people, but it can also cause harm when it involves religious trauma. Religious trauma is defined as "the experience of profound negative impact...
Inclusive theology is a relatively new movement within Christianity that seeks to revise traditional understandings of God, Jesus Christ, salvation, and the Bible to make them more relevant and...
The idea that people who identify as LGBTQIA+ can have meaningful and fulfilling spiritual lives is often rejected by many religious institutions. But this doesn't mean that they don't exist or are...
There has been an increase in research exploring the intersection between spirituality and sexuality among LGBTQ individuals. This article will explore how sacred music, chant, and prayer can shape...
The concept of God is often understood as someone who is all-powerful and above human understanding, capable of granting wishes and providing guidance to those who pray to him/her/it.
What if this...
Contemplative practices are often associated with meditation, mindfulness, yoga, and prayer.
These can also be applied to the experience of identity formation among queer believers. Queer people...