Teachings About Same-Sex Attraction
Teachings about same-sex attraction can have a significant impact on social acceptance, erotic self-expression, and identity formation within religious...
Tembe is an African tribe that practices polygyny, which refers to a man's ability to have multiple wives simultaneously. This practice has been around for centuries and is deeply rooted in their...
How are Incest Prohibitions Enforced Within African Traditional Religions, And What Are The Social, Moral, And Psychological Effects On Individuals And Families?
Incest refers to sexual relations...
There is a growing debate among scholars about the social impact of promoting sexual abstinence within religious groups such as monks, priests, nuns, rabbis, imams, and others. According to...
This article discusses how religious beliefs influence the acceptance or suppression of sexual orientation and its impact on an individual's social and psychological well-being. While some religions...
The topic of sexual intimacy has been subject to much debate in recent years, particularly in relation to its relationship with religion. While some may view it as an integral part of human life and...
Catholicism is one of the largest religions practiced in India, with an estimated 18 million followers. It has strict teachings regarding birth control and family planning, which have been adopted by...
There is no clear definition of what exactly constitutes a "traditional" religion in Africa, but one could argue that most forms of indigenous spirituality fall under this umbrella term. In Kenya,...
In esoteric religious orders, secrecy is often imposed upon members to maintain their spiritual purity and progress towards enlightenment.
This can have significant psychological and social...
The consequences of violating religious sexual norms can be both personal, social, and spiritual, affecting individuals' physical, emotional, mental, and moral health. Violating religious sexual...