Queer embodiment is the physical manifestation of one's identity that challenges societal norms regarding gender and sexuality. It encompasses various forms of expression such as clothing, body...
The study of political martyrdom has primarily focused on its ideological dimensions, such as resistance to oppression, sacrifice for a cause, and the glorification of death.
Little attention has...
Transgender embodiment is the process by which individuals who identify as a gender that differs from their assigned birth sex physically transition into the body of their preferred gender through...
Queer Embodiment Challenges Traditional Metaphors of Spiritual Purity Associated with Untouched Nature
When we think about nature, images of pristine beauty, virgin forests, and pure waters often...
Can embodiment be reclaimed as a site of revelation rather than temptation?
Embodiment is often considered a site of temptation, where individuals are lured into physical desires that can lead to...
The concept of spiritual purity has traditionally been associated with religious beliefs and practices that emphasize moral principles, ethical behavior, and personal integrity.
The idea of...
Erotic Culture: Sacred Prostitution as Symbolic Union
In ancient Babylon and parts of Greece, sacred prostitution was practiced as a religious offering. Acolytes would engage in ritual sex as a...