The Cult of Purity Rings
Sounds Like A Cult
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Exploring Purity Rings in Evangelical Christian Communities
This chapter delves into the cultural and business aspects of purity rings in evangelical Christian communities, discussing their symbolism as a representation of virginity and chastity. It questions whether the purity culture can be considered a destructive cult and explores contrasting attitudes towards sex in different religious and cultural communities. The chapter also highlights the decline of purity ring culture in recent years and the lingering trauma experienced by millennial women reflecting back on their experiences.
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