Sexualized sacrificial practices are rituals that involve human sacrifice whereby individuals are killed and their bodies are dismembered or consumed in order to appease deities or spirits. These...
The practice of blessing is often associated with religious ceremonies that involve asking for divine intervention to grant protection, guidance, or spiritual strength.
There is evidence that this...
Religion is a way of life that has been practiced since ancient times. It involves beliefs, values, practices, ethics, traditions, rituals, and ceremonies to connect individuals with their divine...
In many conservative communities around the world, there is often a strong cultural expectation that individuals will conform to traditional gender roles and heterosexual norms. This can create...
Engagement with religious music, chant, or ritual may provide various benefits for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.
It can enhance emotional regulation through calming effects that help reduce...
Ritual Innovation is an important aspect of religious life that helps to shape and mold societies. It involves changes to traditional practices that may include new elements or approaches. These...
Ritual is an important aspect of human culture that often involves the creation of symbolic actions to celebrate meaningful events and experiences. Community rituals are those that involve groups of...
I will discuss how physical engagement with ritual can influence and shape our understanding of gender and sexual identity. Specifically, I will explore how rituals that involve touching, holding...
The idea that ritualized self-expression can be a sacred act of communion with the divine is an intriguing one, but it requires careful consideration to fully understand its implications. In this...
I will discuss how participating in ritual and creative practices can help individuals reconcile their spiritual aspirations with their authentic queer identities. Rituals are repeated actions that...