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About this ebook
What do the world’s religions truly say about LGBQ identities? How do sacred texts, ancient doctrines, and indigenous traditions shape the lives of queer individuals today? Beyond Binaries: LGBQ Perspectives in World Religions and Indigenous Cultures provides a groundbreaking exploration of these questions, revealing the intricate relationship between spirituality, sexuality, and identity across diverse belief systems.
Written by Vincent Froom, this book offers a comparative analysis of how lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer identities are understood and embraced—or challenged—within world religions and indigenous cultures. Drawing from historical and contemporary sources, Froom uncovers theological doctrines, mythologies, and sacred traditions that shed light on stories of acceptance, resistance, and transformation. The book also highlights the more fluid, non-binary perspectives found in many indigenous societies, where gender and sexuality are often celebrated as sacred expressions of the divine.
Key Features:
• Comparative Analysis: Insights into LGBQ experiences across major world religions and indigenous traditions.
• Historical and Contemporary Perspectives: Tracing shifts in acceptance and resistance over time.
• Sacred Non-Binary Perspectives: Exploring how indigenous cultures often view gender and sexuality as diverse and divine.
• Personal Narratives and Case Studies: Real-world stories of struggle, resilience, and spiritual transformation.
• Theological Insights: A nuanced look at the evolving role of LGBQ individuals in religious communities striving for inclusivity.
Perfect for members of the LGBQ community, faith seekers, and anyone interested in the intersection of gender, spirituality, and culture, Beyond Binaries invites readers to reimagine what it means to be both queer and spiritual.
This book is more than a comparative study—it’s a call to dialogue, understanding, and celebration of the sacred spectrum of human identity. Discover how ancient wisdom and modern faith traditions can inspire greater inclusivity and the affirmation of LGBQ identities worldwide.
About the author
Vincent Froom is a writer, researcher, and advocate dedicated to exploring the intersections of faith, gender, and sexuality. With a background in theology, anthropology, and queer studies, Vincent Froom has spent years delving into the diverse ways religious traditions and indigenous cultures understand and accommodate LGBQ identities. Their work is driven by a commitment to amplify marginalized voices, challenge conventional narratives, and foster dialogue that bridges spiritual and queer experiences.
A passionate storyteller and scholar, Vincent Froom combines academic rigor with personal insight, making complex theological themes accessible to a broad audience. They have contributed to various journals, podcasts, and online platforms, engaging readers and listeners with topics related to liberation theology, indigenous spirituality, and the evolving role of LGBQ individuals within faith communities.
When not writing or speaking, Vincent is actively involved in community outreach, working alongside LGBQ organizations and faith-based groups to promote inclusivity and understanding. They believe that spirituality should be a space of radical welcome, where all identities are seen as sacred expressions of the divine.
