Religious norms have always influenced gendered sexual expectations, with different religions having varying degrees of impact on these expectations.
In Hinduism, there are strict rules regarding...
The concept of sexual individualism is an important social phenomenon that has gained prominence in recent years. It entails the belief that individuals have the right to make their own decisions...
North Africa is a diverse region comprising countries such as Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia, and others. While there are variations between these regions regarding their cultural norms,...
This article explores the relationship between sexuality and social cohesion in Yoruban religious practices. In particular, it focuses on how the concept of intimate ethics informs the development of...
Religious authorities have long used moral censure to regulate human behavior, including sexual conduct. In contemporary societies, this is often framed as "moral policing", where certain practices...
In many South Asian cultures, there is a strong emphasis on traditional values that govern behavior related to sex, sexuality, and marriage. One such value is the belief that premarital cohabitation,...
The traditional sexual culture of Korea is defined by its conservative values and strict rules that govern sexual behavior between men and women. In this society, sexuality has been strictly...
There has been increasing interest in studying the relationship between religion and sexuality among adolescents in rural communities around the world. While some researchers have suggested that...
There has been an explosion of digital media platforms that allow people to share erotic material easily and anonymously, leading to a blurring of boundaries between personal and public spheres....
The digital age has brought with it new ways to interact and connect, but also introduced new social norms that can conflict with traditional religious values. One area where these tensions are...