Can divine transcendence exist in intimate, embodied experience is a question that has been debated for centuries among scholars and philosophers alike. Some argue that it is possible to achieve a...
Longing can take many forms. We often associate it with a sense of yearning, an impulse that drives us toward some sort of satisfaction. For some people, this satisfaction may come from God; for...
Queer believers are individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and hold strong religious beliefs simultaneously. As such, they often face unique challenges when it comes to navigating religious rituals and...
Queer believers are individuals who identify themselves as being outside the norm of traditional heterosexual gender roles and expectations. They may be attracted to members of their own sex or have...
Love is often portrayed as an ideal state of being that surpasses all others, including moral perfectionism. It is commonly held to be a transcendental force capable of transforming individuals into...
How does queer love reveal the infinite play between immanence and transcendence? Queer love is a unique form of relationship that blurs the boundaries between different genders, identities, and...
There are many ways to define eroticism, but one way is through its ability to create an intense emotional response that goes beyond the physical sensations of touch, sight, taste, smell, and sound....
Ecstatic sexual rituals have been practiced throughout history and across cultures, often as part of spiritual practices and mystical traditions. These rituals can involve physical touch, body...
There has been an increasing interest in exploring the relationship between spirituality and eroticism. Many scholars have argued that the erotic can be seen as a form of sacred expression, offering...
Queer theology is an emerging field within religious studies that explores the relationship between gender and spirituality from a queer perspective. It challenges traditional Christian teachings...