“The Book of Queer Prophets: 24 Writers on Sexuality and Religion”
Ruth Hunt
William Collins, 2021, 240 Pages

At A Glance: “The Book of Queer Prophets” edited by Ruth Hunt, is an insightful anthology where 24 2SLGBTQIA+ writers reflect on the interplay between their sexual and religious identities, challenging traditional beliefs and sharing personal experiences of faith and acceptance.

Overview: “The Book of Queer Prophets: 24 Writers on Sexuality and Religion” is a compelling collection of essays from a diverse group of thinkers, writers, and activists, exploring the intersections of faith and 2SLGBTQIA+ identities. This anthology, curated by Ruth Hunt, addresses vital questions such as the compatibility of religious belief and being 2SLGBTQIA+, the experience of exclusion from religious communities, and the ongoing contention around 2SLGBTQIA+ identities in religious contexts.

Contributors like Jeanette Winterson challenge religious norms, while others share personal narratives like Amrou Al-Kadhi’s journey as a Muslim drag queen and John Bell’s account of coming out later in life. The book serves as a profound dialogue on spirituality, identity, acceptance, and the struggle for inclusion, offering varied perspectives from 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals navigating their faith journeys.

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