In many traditional religions, certain ceremonies, prayers, or rites of passage have been performed for centuries to celebrate significant life events such as marriage, baptism, coming of age, death,...
In many parts of the world, there are certain societal expectations about how people must behave based on their gender. These expectations often come from religious beliefs that dictate what is...
What are the Psychological Implications of Theological Reinterpretation for Self-Concept and Self-Worth?
Theology is defined as the study of religious beliefs and practices. It has been used to...
How does participation in inclusive religious communities impact resilience and self-esteem in LGBT persons?
The impact of participation in religious communities on the resilience and self-esteem...
Is passion an autonomous philosophical principle, ethical practice, or aesthetic phenomenon—or a combination of all? In this article, I will explore this question by examining the various definitions...
Historically, some religious communities have interpreted biblical texts to exclude LGBTQ+ individuals from their fellowship.
Through Queer Hermeneutics, scholars have argued that these...
The purpose of this article is to explore how queer individuals experience spirituality differently from heterosexuals. Queer individuals often have different perspectives and experiences when it...
Queer theology refers to religious beliefs that challenge traditional understandings of gender and sexual orientation by questioning societal norms and binary constructions. In particular, it focuses...
The hierarchical structure of religious organizations can be defined as a system that organizes power, authority, and decision-making processes within an institution based on a hierarchical ranking....
The article presents research findings from a study conducted to examine the effects of being the only LGBTQ person within a religious congregation or seminary. According to the study, individuals...