Conforming to Religious Expectations: Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Consequences for LGBTQ Individuals
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their sexual and...
The concept of holiness has been closely linked to traditional religious beliefs and practices for centuries, often tied to ideas of purity, morality, and spiritual transcendence.
Queer embodiment...
The relationship between a person and God is often a very personal and private one.
When it comes to religious communities, these relationships can be influenced by both historical and cultural...
Is it possible to construct religious ethics around the principles of inclusion and love without losing doctrinal coherence? This is an important question that has been debated for centuries among...
Despite widespread persecution, some religious people identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. They have interpreted canonical religious texts differently than many others to make sense of...
Moral challenges are the dilemmas that arise when different cultural values, beliefs, and behaviors clash with one another. In contemporary society, such conflicts often occur between communities'...
A significant portion of human societies around the globe have recognized same-sex marriages for centuries.
Many religions and religious organizations do not approve such unions, which may lead to...
Fear of social or familial rejection has been found to be one of the most significant factors influencing identity disclosure decisions among LGBT individuals, including those who identify as...
Theology is the study of God or gods, religion, and spiritual belief systems. When it comes to approaching the divine, there are two main ways: through authority or intimacy. Authority-based...
LGBT individuals often face discrimination from religious communities due to their sexual orientation and gender identity.
Some people find solace in faith and spirituality despite facing this...