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Faith Adjacent: Purity Culture

Faith Adjacent

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Unpacking the Fallout of Purity Culture

This chapter explores the impact of purity culture on individuals and society, discussing its connection to patriarchy, sexual abuse, and shame. It highlights the regret expressed by an author of a purity culture book, his subsequent actions, and the divisive reactions in the evangelical community. The narrative stresses the need to reexamine perspectives through the lens of grace and mercy, contrasting the harmful effects of shame perpetuated by purity culture.

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