Forgiveness has been traditionally regarded as a spiritual process that involves moral rectitude and adherence to societal norms.
Recent research suggests that it may also have therapeutic value...
The role of affirming religious leaders in providing support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals has become increasingly important.
Little is known about how this type...
The interplay between religious identity and queer embodiment is a complex issue that has been studied extensively in recent years, with researchers exploring how these factors shape individuals'...
The topic of queer monastics and saints has been a subject of debate for centuries within religious communities, particularly those that follow Christianity. The issue centers around whether these...
The integration of one's sexual and spiritual identities can be challenging for many individuals, particularly those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and hold...
In Islamic tradition, spiritual practices such as prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage are central to the expression of faith and identity.
For queer Muslims, these same practices may be perceived as...
The process of ritualized confession can have a significant impact on an individual's self-concept, guilt, and forgiveness, particularly for queer believers. Ritualized confession involves admitting...
Faith communities are a crucial part of many people's lives, providing support, comfort, and community during times of hardship and celebration.
For queer believers, navigating these communities...
The tension between religious beliefs and one's sexual orientation can be difficult to navigate. For many LGBTQ+ individuals who identify as spiritual or religious, this is a constant challenge that...
The "dark night" is an experience that many religious practitioners have reported throughout history, which involves feeling spiritually empty and abandoned by God. It is often described as a time...