The term "celibacy" refers to abstaining from sexual intercourse. In lay religious practices, it is often used to regulate sexual desire, promote moral discipline, and enforce relational ethics. This...
Read More
: The psychological benefits and challenges of religious celibacy
Lev Tahor is an Orthodox Jewish group that practices a unique form of Judaism based on a book called "Tikun HaOlam", which teaches that the world was created through sexuality. The group's approach...
Read More
: How orthodox jewish couples navigate the conflicting dynamics of sexual desire and spiritual obligation
Asia is a vast continent with a rich diversity of cultures and belief systems, including many minority religious groups that have their own unique approaches to regulating sexual behavior within...
Read More
: The role of communities in regulating sexual behavior: a look at falun gong practice
Religious life is often associated with a high level of sexual abstinence due to its strong focus on celibacy.
This does not mean that individuals who are committed to their religion do not...
Read More
: How to train yourself to have ethical sexual restraint in a religious lifestyle
Religious perspectives on sexual energy have influenced various forms of meditation, asceticism, and tantric practices. Tantra is an ancient spiritual practice that focuses on transforming sexual...
Read More
: Tantric practices, sexual energy, and religious perspectives: how spiritual traditions approach intimacy
The traditional garb worn by devout Muslim women, Hindu ladies, Buddhist nuns, Christian priests, and other practitioners of various faiths has both social and psychological significance that...
Read More
: Religious garments: how they regulate sexual desire and what that means for society
Hindu tantra is a branch of Hinduism that focuses on ritualistic worship and meditation to attain enlightenment. It believes in the existence of a divine energy present within all living beings...
Read More
: Tapping into enlightenment through sacred sexual union in tantra hindu practice
The relationship between premarital sex and religion is a complicated one that has been studied for centuries. While some religions may view premarital sex as a sin, others may see it as acceptable...
Read More
: Is premarital sex worth exploring? the role of religion and its impact on shame, selfworth and intimate relationships.
Most religions have guidelines on how to approach sexual activities. Some are very restrictive, while others are more permissive. Sexual behavior is often linked to morality and ethics; therefore, it...
Read More
: The impact of religious teachings on relationship and sexual norms
Cross-dressing is an ancient ritual practice that has been used in many different cultures throughout history for various reasons. One of these reasons is to connect people with their spiritual side...
Read More
: Crossdressing and sexual transformation for healing and empowerment: exploring ancient religious traditions