What are rituals, meditation, and prayer?
Ritual is a sequence of actions performed according to a prescribed order that may be symbolic or sacred. It can involve movements, gestures, speeches,...
The word "ritual" has its roots in Latin, where it means "to tie together," and it refers to ceremonies that are performed regularly by groups or individuals for specific purposes. Rituals can be...
The article explores how queer identity impacts the moral and spiritual elements of collective existence, concentrating on themes such as community, kinship, ritual, and solidarity. It contends that...
The purpose of this article is to explore how reinterpretation of liturgy and ritual can create space for moral reflection, inclusion, and spiritual healing. Liturgy and ritual are integral...
Creative Practices: Mediating Tension Between Queer Identity, Ritual, and Spirituality
There is no one universal definition of "queer" but rather it encompasses a broad spectrum of identities that...
The relationship between ritual participation and identity integration for LGBTQ believers in conservative religious settings is an intricate one that has been explored through various research...
LGBTQ+ believers face unique challenges in integrating their faith with their identity due to cultural stigmas around queerness and religious dogma.
Creating and performing rituals can provide...
Gender transition is an important aspect of human life that involves changing one's biological sex to align with their inner feelings of gender identity. It has been recognized as a cultural...
Navigating Feelings of Exclusion During Traditional Rituals
Navigating through traditional practices can be difficult for individuals who identify themselves as belonging to the LGBTQ community....
Queer identity is often shaped by a sense of personal authenticity and self-expression, which may include aspects of religious, spiritual, and cultural experiences. These experiences can be...