Sexual secrecy is a concept that has existed for centuries and plays an important role in maintaining power dynamics within religious communities. In many religions, sexuality is considered a private...
How do support systems differ for survivors of sexual assault in religious and secular contexts?
Sexual assault is an experience that affects people from all walks of life, regardless of their...
The practice of restricting access to sexual knowledge within religious communities has been an issue that has sparked controversy for centuries. While there may be some arguments for limiting access...
The term 'sexual education' is often associated with teaching children about biological processes related to reproduction, anatomy, contraception methods, disease prevention, and physical...
There are many spiritual practices in new religions that involve some form of "marriage," but these unions often differ significantly from traditional marriage in terms of their significance,...
Fear-Driven Sexual Ethics
There is an increasing trend toward fear-based sexual ethics within many religious communities around the world. This approach to sex and sexuality can have serious...
Voluntary sexual abstinence is an important concept that has been practiced in many religious communities throughout history, and it can be seen as a powerful tool for promoting personal growth,...
How do religious communities mourn sexual loss and rupture?
Religious communities have unique ways of mourning sexual loss and ruptures. The grief process can be particularly difficult for people...
The purpose of this article is to explore the ways in which secret sexual acts can provide individuals with opportunities for personal growth, especially within strict religious communities that...
Let us examine how pre-marital sexual purity is defined within religious communities. In many faiths, pre-marital sexual activity is seen as morally wrong and forbidden. This belief is based on the...