The idea that women are subject to specific social expectations for how they should behave regarding sex is nothing new.
What does seem novel is the extent to which some religious groups enforce...
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: Sexuality is limited by religion: a preventable framework that disenfranchises women in relationships
Virginity is a cultural construct that society has used throughout history to judge women's purity and value. Religious norms about virginity have shaped how women view their first sexual experiences...
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: Examining the harmful impact of religious norms around virginity on emotional attachment to sexual partners
There are many different religions practiced around the world today, each with its own unique beliefs, practices, and traditions. One common theme among many religious traditions is the concept of...
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: Breaking down the barriers: how religion shapes womens silence about pleasure
The concept of sexual objectification is becoming increasingly prevalent in contemporary media, manifesting itself in various forms such as pornography, music videos, advertising, movies, and even...
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: Exploring the roots of religious criticism towards sexual objectification in contemporary media
Interpretations of women's sexual rights within religious frameworks can have significant impacts on various aspects of their lives, including their autonomy, ability to negotiate marriages, and...
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: How religious beliefs impact women's sexual autonomy and relationships
Women are often expected to adhere to strict moral codes of behavior that govern their appearance, dress, speech, and behavior in public and private settings. These expectations are often based on...
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: How religious morals shape gender relations: a look at the roles, control, and emotional labor expected of women
The concept of sexuality has been a subject of discussion among different cultures for centuries. In some societies, it is considered immoral while others view it as acceptable.
There are cultural...
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: How orthodox christian taboos affect womens sexual agency, marital intimacy & religious practices
Sexual silence has been used as a tool to control women's bodies and minds since ancient times. It is an attempt to curtail women's desire, pleasure, and expression through the act of denying them...
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: Sexual silence: a tool of religious control over womens bodies and minds
In many religions, sacred texts play an important role in shaping beliefs about sexual violence and its impact on individuals and society. These texts often contain laws, rules, and guidelines that...
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: Does religion have a role in shaping beliefs about sexual violence?
Sexuality is an important part of life for many people around the world, but it can also be a source of shame and guilt for some individuals who believe that their bodies are not meeting societal...
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: Is your low selfesteem caused by shame and guilt from religious teachings about sexuality?