EP01 What is Queer Theology? A Subversive Perspective on Faith
When the words "Queer" and "Theology" are placed side by side, what is your first reaction? Do you feel they are completely unrelated, or even contradictory? That's normal. In the past, the word "queer" often carried discriminatory and hurtful connotations. However, these two seemingly opposing concepts have not only been brought together, but have also developed into a unique branch of theology. Today, let's explore the mystery of "queer theology" together.
Starting from the Basic Definition
Theologian Patrick Cheng provides an excellent starting point. If we break down "theology," we get Theos (God) and Logos (word/discourse), meaning