Naomi Bell. GSWS 189: Sexuality in World Religion
Redefining Family: Buddhism, Love, and Taiwan’s Fight for Same-Sex Marriage Equality
Image Source: Harvard Divinity Bulletin This blog explores the intersection of Buddhism and LGBTQ+ rights in Taiwan, highlighting the pioneering role of Master Shih, a Buddhist nun and outspoken advocate for same-sex marriage equality. This blog illustrates how Shih challenges traditional notions of family and love within Buddhist teachings, emphasizing inclusivity and compassion. It also […]
Faith and Fling: Muslims in U of R’s Hookup Culture
I’m examining the complexity of hookup culture for Muslims at the University of Rochester, focusing on how cultural and religious values shape individuals’ approaches to casual relationships and sexual expectations. Hookup culture, often assumed to be a default part of college life, is challenging for some students who feel pressured by this assumption, even if […]
Beyond Binary Borders: Exploring Genders Globally
The following videos are in order of appearance in the presentation. It’s important to also note that these countries aren’t the only ones that have other forms of gender. There is a wide variety of cultures that have an additional gender(s).
Sex and Sexuality within Judaism Throughout the Times and Now
Explore the rich culture of Judaism, one of the world’s oldest religions, in this presentation. Divulge into its diverse sects, each with varying beliefs, and witness the evolution of sex within the culture over time. Uncover the distinct progression of attitudes toward sex within the Jewish community, highlighting responses to LGBTQ+ inclusivity across differing sects. […]
Lesbianism in Islam and Christianity (slide deck version)
This is the contents of my essay condensed down in to a slide deck for the purpose of presenting the information in class.
Slipping Through the Cracks: Lesbianism in Islam and Christianity
Much literature discussing homosexuality in religion examined male homosexual orientations and activities while not paying the same amount of attention to the female, a typical oversight any sectors at the time these religions were founded. So, by virtue of patriarchal ignorance of women if nothing else, was female homosexuality accepted in the early days of […]
“A Deep Dive” into growing up Catholic and Lesbian in the Mexican and Irish Catholic Communities
REL 189 Project on being Catholic and Lesbian, and the differences/similarities between Irish Catholics and Mexican Catholics