How do religious teachings shape the negotiation of queer identity and moral self-understanding?
Religious teachings are often associated with conservative views on gender and sexuality.
This...
African societies have been shaped by colonialism, religion, and culture for centuries, with each element leaving its mark on the continent's history and identity. Post-colonialism refers to the...
Reconciling Religious Teachings with Sexual and Gender Identity
Religion is an important aspect of many people's lives. Many people identify with their religion because they find comfort in the...
Queer theology is an approach to religious inquiry that challenges traditional norms of gender and sexuality. It seeks to redefine the concept of sacredness and the nature of divine love to include...
Sexuality is an integral part of human life, yet it has been highly regulated and restricted by society in many parts of Asia. In recent years, LGBTQ+ rights have gained traction in some countries...
Gender identity is an important aspect of human life that affects how people perceive themselves and their role in society. It can be defined as the psychological sense of one's own gender, which may...
The intersection of LGBT identity and religious affiliation can create unique experiences of conflict, reconciliation, or transformation within an individual's moral and spiritual framework. This is...
Is it possible to conceptualize divine or transcendent love independently of gendered or patriarchal frameworks? This question has been asked repeatedly throughout history, and many scholars have...
Religious beliefs and familial values play an important role in shaping societal norms and expectations around sexual orientation and gender identity.
When it comes to LGBT individuals, this...
LGBT individuals have historically faced discrimination, prejudice, and violence from religious institutions and societies based on their identity. Religious doctrines are often cited to justify this...