Remembering forgotten queer saints and mystics challenges institutional narratives of purity and orthodoxy because it calls attention to a diverse range of people who were not recognized within...
What are the characteristics of LGBTQ+ people who were perceived as holy individuals throughout history? How have they been depicted in religious texts and artwork? Have there been significant...
Contemporary religious communities often study historical figures who lived according to their faith's teachings and exhibited extraordinary behavior that was considered holy or saintly.
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The historical recognition or denial of queer monastics and saints has had far-reaching implications for present-day LGBTQ+ religious identities. This essay will explore how such acknowledgment or...
Saints and martyrs are figures who have died for their faith, often in violent circumstances. Many religions consider them to be holy or sacred individuals who have achieved a higher level of...
The concept of sainthood is rooted in Christian tradition and has been a central component of religious life for centuries. Historically, saints have been venerated as individuals who exhibit...
The concept of "historical erasure" refers to the intentional removal or omission of certain aspects of history from public discourse, particularly those that are considered controversial or...
When people think of the idea of "divine intimacy," they often imagine something pure, holy, and spiritual. But what if we took a closer look at how that concept relates to queer individuals and...