Sacred prostitution was an integral part of ancient Egyptian religion. It served several functions, both social, erotic, and spiritual. In the most basic sense, it was a way for ordinary people to...
The Incas were a civilization that thrived in South America from the 15th to 16th century. Their culture was unique because it focused heavily on religion and politics, which often intertwined with...
In ancient Greece, the practice of polygamy was an integral part of religious rituals and ceremonies. It was believed that polygamous marriages were necessary for the continuation of divine lineage...
One of the most commonly known restrictions placed upon those in religious life is the prohibition against sexual relations between members of the clergy and laypeople. This rule applies to both...
Religious authorities play an important role in shaping the belief systems and practices of their followers. This includes how people understand and approach issues related to initiation rites and...
Religious communities face conflicts between their own morals and the desires of individuals within them due to the nature of human sexuality. Conflicts arise when people desire to have sex outside...
The Roman Catholic Church's practice of mandating priestly celibacy has long been a subject of debate within its own ranks and among scholars who study religion more broadly. While many see it as a...
There has been an increasing movement towards queer clergy within Christian denominations. Queer clergy refers to those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, or otherwise...
This article will explore how transgender and nonbinary people are challenging traditional Christian views about God's call to specific vocations, specifically within the context of the church. In...