How does exile destabilize traditional notions of salvation and belonging?
Exile is defined as a state of forced displacement from one's homeland due to political, social, economic, cultural,...
Sacred texts are often considered holy and divine by their followers and offer guidance on many aspects of life, including relationships, gender roles, and sexuality.
There has been much debate...
Nonbinary individuals have always existed, but the concept is relatively new to society at large. Historically, societies have tended to categorize people into one of two genders - male and...
LGBT individuals experience unique challenges when it comes to their faith and identity, particularly when they are members of religious communities that do not accept them. Religiously motivated...
Empathy is essential to reconcile religious doctrines with sexual diversity because it allows individuals to understand and accept different belief systems and sexual orientations while respecting...
How do experiences of marginalization within religious institutions affect identity integration and long-term psychological outcomes for LGBT individuals?
The purpose of this paper is to discuss...
I will explore how engagement with sacred music or visual art can facilitate self-expression and reconciliation through three main steps:
1. Understanding the role of sacred music and visual art...
Desire is a powerful force that drives human behavior. It can be said that desire exists at the core of our being and shapes our lives from birth to death. Desire is a basic instinct, an urge to...
There has been a growing interest in exploring how affirming one's queer identity can impact moral reasoning and spiritual development. Queer individuals are those who do not identify as...
In many societies around the world, people identify themselves as having a particular sexual orientation.
There are often conflicts between these identities and the traditional views of religion....