We are a modern man-made religion, created out of need, by Michael Clark for ALL LGBTQ+ Spirits. There is a massive need for a religion that accepts us and our existence as we are. Many LGBTQ+ individuals want religion in their lives but have been rejected, discriminated against, or have been forced out through hate and hypocrisy. We now have a loving, welcoming home.
We are not MADE in anyone’s image. There is no omniscient power looming over all of us. There is no God, micro-managing all of our lives. There is no heaven or hell. There is no judgment. Prayer is not needed and holds NO purpose, except in religions where it’s used to control the masses. We don't use our religion to control others. We make our own decisions and are held accountable for our decisions.
This religion is for ALL LGBTQ+ Spirits who want religion in their life and are fed up with all the hate, violence, discrimination, and onslaught of legal bills being filed against us by other religions and political opponents. We are not affiliated with any other religions or beliefs. We are unique and independent. We are non-theistic and worship no gods, entities, other people, or idols. Non-LGBTQ+ religions have historically persecuted and discriminated against us. It's time we had our religion and safe spaces to congregate to share ideas. We do not need other religions. There is, now, no need to feel compelled to join one of them, just to be discriminated against and controlled. We have our places to be filled with like-minded Spirits; those being Glass Closet Sanctuaries - whether local or online. ALL Spirits are free to choose their preferred religion, even if it is Non-LGBTQ+ in nature. We do not control LGBTQ+ Spirits. LGBTQ+ Spirits are not required to be members of Qism or even agree with our beliefs. Indeed, some followers may wish to join Qism while keeping their previous non-LGBTQ+ religions. While we accept this reality, we advise against it! Trying to join the two could be dangerous and even deadly. Bringing two opposing forces together often results in great cataclysms. Be safe when interacting and participating in ALL non-LGBTQ+ religions. We will soon be offering De-baptism rituals for those who have previously been baptized by another religion and who want to negate and terminate that relationship and formally disassociate with themselves from that religion and its belief system.
Most extreme views against LGBTQ+ individuals. Muslims will murder us, and have laws that allow them to do so. We SHOULD fear them. They criminalize any LGBTQ+ ideology, acts of intimacy, and spreading of knowledge or ideas related to LGBTQ+ issues and life, in addition to other human rights atrocities, such as those against women. Punishment for being LGBTQ+ can be rape, prison, torture, physical abuse, and/or death. This from a religion with a very controversial background. The prophet Muhammad is said to have taken a child bride, Aisha, at age six, and consummated the marriage when she was only nine years old. The claim that Aisha was six when the Prophet married her came from one source - Hisham bin Urwah. Many prominent Muslim jurists, including Malik bin Anas, Ibn Hajar, Tabari, Ibn Hisham, and Ibn Hanbal rejected Hisham’s claim because Hisham was old and forgetful at the time he made the claim and it is not part of their Qu'ran doctrine. There are strong passionate views on both sides of this argument. We allow you to make up your mind on this topic. However, as a side note: if it is true (which we'll never know), it is 100 percent pedophilia and we condemn it. Muhammad would have been an adult male who possibly had sex with a nine-year-old girl. This is ABSOLUTELY immoral, disgusting, and wrong. Even in the context of religion and marriage. We DO NOT have sex with children under ANY circumstances and have ZERO tolerance for such actions. We do NOT believe or engage in pedophilia even if it seems acceptable from the prophet of a major world religion. Beware when traveling to Islamic States and Muslim-dominant countries. Muslims are the MOST extreme in terms of how they view LGBTQ+ Spirits and the treatment of LGBTQ+ people. They will often use violence against us. Extremely patriarchal, often abusing women and severely restricting their rights, as well. They tend to take things VERY literally. They expect the world to accept their views, but they don't accept, respect, or acknowledge ours. Outwardly, there doesn't seem to be a reason for LGBTQ+ Spirits to respect this religion given the atrocities committed against us, past and present, in the name of Islam. Their beliefs are contrary to our own. However, we acknowledge that MANY LGBTQ+ Spirits are born into Islam/Muslim countries and families and did not choose it. We support and help ALL LGBTQ+ Spirits trapped by an oppressive religion, such as this one.
Another very oppressive religion, Christianity, teaches us that we are all sinners, with LGBTQ+ being the utmost vile egregious sin imaginable to humankind above all others. I am not sure when or why this is the case, however, this is simply misguided and just plain wrong. SIN DOES NOT EXIST! Sin is a man-made construct to punish, shame, discriminate against, and control the masses and is not real. It was invented by mortals. Conservative Christians want LGBTQ+ people gone, completely wiped off the face of the planet. They do not understand that we have just as much right to be here as they do. We reject their hate and attempts to silence, stifle, and eradicate us. While not as extreme as Muslims in their beliefs, DO NOT BE FOOLED. Christians are often VERY hypocritical and cunning, and will seemingly be genuine and welcoming to get members in the door. However, when we, LGBTQ+ Individuals, walk through their doors we are immediately vilified and told we are sinners and must repent and change our lives or sign pledges stating we won't have any LGBTQ+ relationships or ideologies. But they don't do they same for Non-LGBTQ+ issues. They claim religious freedom in order to legally be allowed to discriminate against LGBTQ+ people, while ignoring seemingly worse 'sins' such as Adultery, Lying, and Stealing; All things that are purported to be actual commandments from God himself. Yet, these never get mentioned when Christians deny people services based on 'religious freedom'. They do not tend to deny services to Non-LGBTQ+ people. They ONLY seem to discriminate against the 'sin' of being born LGBTQ+ and no others. It's disgusting, hypocritical, and completely unjustifiable and inexcusable. Christians say they teach the LOVE of Jesus, but their words do not match their ACTIONS of HATE. They often resort to violence. Beware when interacting with members of this hypocritical religion. Believes in God the Father, Son of God(Jesus Christ), Holy Spirit, (Trinity) Sin, Baptism, Salvation, Virgin Birth, Resurrection, and Revelations, all ideas, and concepts that are NOT part of Qism and do not exist. Christianity is very controlling and patriarchal in structure and often diminishes the role of women to subservient lives. (Take the Pledge: Sign the MockQment stating that you won't have relationships with Non-LGBTQ+ individuals.)
While a little more liberal and seemingly more accepting of LGBTQ+ individuals than Islam and Christianity members of Judaism very often discriminate against and reject LGBTQ+ Spirits, and ideologies. Typically, they believe the sin is bad, but NOT the sinner. They tend to use the word 'abomination' when referring to the LGBTQ+ Spirit. Physical acts are condemned when they are not procreative in nature. They typically cite from the Old Testament (Leviticus and/or Deuteronomy) when making anti-LGBTQ+ statements and arguments. However, they have made some strides toward reformation and accepting people regardless of LGBTQ+ Spirit. Most recently though, the LGBTQ+ community was blamed, yet again, for recent earthquakes in Israel by Rabbi Amar, the Sephardic Chief Rabbi of Jerusalem. This seems like a step back and negates the strides this religion has achieved in LGBTQ+ communities. LGBTQ+ people are NOT the cause of natural disasters. To suggest such a notion, is ignorant and severely misguided. It is a ridiculous practice for religions to espouse such baseless beliefs. "God" does NOT punish the world for LGBTQ+ existence. This is nothing more than manipulation and control by Jewish religious leaders.
Buddhist teachers may have differing perspectives on what constitutes acceptable expressions of sexuality. Historically, some sexual behaviors were deemed violations and inappropriate, such as oral, anal, or even acts involving the use of hands, however, they do NOT make a distinction when engaging in these acts between males and females. In more recent times there has been a call for more recognition of human rights for all people, regardless of sexual orientation and LGBTQ+ Spirit. They believe that 'gay' marriage is okay as long as it is not a contradiction with the values of one's chosen religion. The Dalai Lama has also stated that any sex other a penis-vagina intercourse with one's monogamous partner, including oral sex, anal sex, and masturbation is improper. A sexual act is deemed proper when the couples use the organs intended for sexual intercourse and nothing else. Homosexuality, whether it is between men or women, is not improper in itself. What is improper is the use of organs already defined as inappropriate for sexual contact.
Hindus believe in MANY different gods and goddesses. It is an idolatrous and polytheistic religion. Hindu sacred texts do NOT distinguish between homosexual and heterosexual acts. However, they do make a distinction between procreative and non-procreative sexual acts. Hinduism does not provide a fundamental spiritual reason to reject or ostracize LGBTQ+ individuals, and given their inherent spiritual equality, Hindus should NOT socially ostracize LGBTQ+ individuals, but should accept them as fellow sojourners on the path of freeing the spirit. However, some localized communities may have slightly differing views, typically based on beliefs by early colonizers of India, such as the British Empire. Note: The Hundu text "The Kama Sutra" details the pleasures of sexuality and states that same-sex experiences are to be engaged in and enjoyed for its own sake as one of the arts.
There are currently two main sects of Satanism among a myriad of smaller sects. Church of Satan and The Satanic Temple. They are both the most accepting religions for LGBTQ+ Spirits other than our own. Their views do NOT contradict ours and they do some great things. Despite the name, they are also Non-Theistic and do NOT worship deities including Satan himself. Rather, they build off of his rebellious Spirit. Neither sect performs ANY sacrifices of animals or people. Members are free thinkers. Despite The Satanic Temple not believing in Satan himself, this sect of Satanism uses his name as a religious, political, and legal organization designed to fight back against the hate and discrimination that Christians and other religions are inflicting upon the world. Our views and beliefs often parallel theirs, without the stigma of being labelled a Satanist. There are many misconceptions about Satanism that the mainstream does not understand. This might be the easiest religion to co-partner with Qism.
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