LGBT individuals often face significant obstacles when trying to reconcile their personal identities with their faith traditions, especially those that have historically been hostile towards queer...
The act of creating new interpretations of gendered archetypes in religious traditions is an essential process that promotes inclusivity within communities. These interpretations are often necessary...
What cognitive processes allow LGBTQ believers to reinterpret doctrinal teachings in ways that affirm both identity and spiritual integrity?
When it comes to reconciling faith and sexual...
Imagination plays a crucial role in developing inclusive queer rituals, liturgies, and ethical frameworks within historically exclusionary traditions. Inclusivity refers to the practice of welcoming...
Cognitive and Emotional Processes Associated with Religious Framework Reinterpretation Among LGBTQ Individuals
As a sociologist researching LGBTQ identities, I have observed that many people in...
The act of interpreting and reinterpreting religious teachings is an important part of human nature that has been present since ancient times. In recent years, however, the way people interpret these...
Queer Liberation and Divine Justice
The concept of divine justice can be reinterpreted through a queer lens to include marginalized voices and perspectives that have been historically excluded...
LGBT people are often excluded from mainstream religion due to their sexual orientation. They may feel that they cannot fully express themselves in the context of traditional religious practices and...
Queer Believers and Divine-Human Relationships
Let's define some key terms. Queer is an umbrella term used to describe people who identify outside of traditional gender norms and heterosexuality....
Is it possible to reinterpret religious law in ways that liberate rather than oppress marginalized believers?
The answer is yes, but there are many factors involved. Religious laws can be...