Vulnerability is often viewed negatively due to its association with weakness, vulnerability, or exposure to risk and harm.
Some philosophers have argued that vulnerability can also be seen...
Can bodily transformation reveal the fluidity of the metaphysical self?
The concept of identity is an everlasting debate that has captured the attention of scholars for centuries. One aspect of...
In contemporary society, there is a growing trend towards secularization, which means that people are becoming less religious and more skeptical about traditional beliefs. As a result, many...
There are several philosophies that contribute to the creation of queer-inclusive theologies: mysticism, reformism, and postsecularism. Each has its own unique approach to understanding God and human...
Trans individuals are people who have undergone gender transition, either through medical intervention or personal expression. They may identify as transgender, nonbinary, or even cisgender. Trans...
Queer suffering is a complex phenomenon that involves the intersection of social oppression, relationality, and moral insight. Queer people experience discrimination and marginalization due to their...
The mystical experience of divine union is an intense spiritual encounter that has been reported by many religious traditions throughout history. It involves a direct awareness of God, the universe,...
How have mystical sexual practices been used to consolidate spiritual authority, enforce hierarchy, or facilitate transformation?
Mysticism is a broad term that refers to various belief systems...
The ritual of initiation has been practiced since ancient times to induct individuals into secret societies, fraternities, military organizations, and cults. It is meant to be a transformative...
Totem myths are stories that explain the relationship between individuals and their animal guides. These myths often involve rituals or ceremonies involving painful initiation wounds, which...