In the context of religion, the concept of divine silence is often associated with spiritual growth and enlightenment. This can be seen as a representation of how silence is necessary to reach a...
LGBT Muslims are individuals who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer while also practicing Islam. They often face discrimination and rejection from both religious and...
The process of reconstructing religious identity for LGBT individuals is an intricate and multifaceted one that requires a nuanced understanding of the unique experiences and challenges faced by...
Queer believers are individuals who identify with LGBTQIA+ communities while also identifying as followers of a religious tradition that may not be explicitly inclusive towards their identity. This...
There is no doubt that religious beliefs can have an enormous impact on human life, shaping their behavior, values, and worldview. Interfaith encounters may be beneficial for individuals who identify...
Progressive faith communities are places where people gather to discuss their beliefs, share their experiences, and practice religious rituals that align with their values. These groups may be...
What Strategies Do LGBTQ Clergy Employ to Reconcile Vocational Duties with Personal Identity?
Many religious institutions have historically been hostile towards LGBTQ individuals and their...
The word 'shame' comes from Old English sceam, which means 'to cover up, hide'. It is a negative feeling about oneself that one experiences due to a perceived shortcoming. In many religions, people...
Interfaith queer networks are communities that bring together people from different faith traditions who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual,...
How do bisexual believers navigate the embodied experience of spirituality in contexts that may marginalize or question their identity?
The journey to understand one's own sexuality can be...