Sacred prostitution is an ancient religious ritual that involves sexual intercourse between a priestess and a worshipper for religious purposes. In Roman mythology, the goddess Venus was believed to...
Erotic Symbolism Expressions in Persian Religious Ritual and Art
The Persian culture has been known for its rich tradition and history of beautiful art and cultural heritage that has influenced...
How Did Incestuous Practices in the Achaemenid Dynasty Serve Both as Religious Ritual and as a Means of Consolidating Political Authority?
Incestuous practices were common among royal families of...
As an indigenous people from Brazil, the Urubu-Kaapor tribe has developed a unique way to express themselves through their erotic practices that combines both personal expression and structured...
Islamic circumcision is a procedure that involves the removal of the foreskin from the penis of young boys. It is commonly practiced in many Muslim-majority countries around the world, including...
In ancient Mesopotamian religion, sexual practice was seen as an expression of the relationship between humans and the divine, and therefore reflected cosmic order. In this worldview, sex was sacred...
The purpose of this article is to explore how religious rituals involving sex, sexuality, intimacy, and/or relationships may lead to traumatic experiences for individuals and how they can be...
Rituals are an essential part of many religions around the world. They have been used for centuries to reinforce religious beliefs, create a sense of community, and provide moral guidance. One type...
The religious ritual of blessing is an important aspect of many faith traditions that involves invoking divine protection or guidance for individuals or groups. Blessings are often seen as a way to...
Can religious ritual be philosophically reframed as performative theology in which queer bodies disclose sacred meaning? This question invites us to explore how spiritual practices can reveal hidden...