Theology and Sexuality

Classic and Contemporary Readings

Eugene F. Rogers (University of Virginia)

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Wiley-Blackwell
07 December 2001

Religion & beliefs; Philosophy of religion; Christian theology; Christian social thought & activity; Sexual behaviour

Series: Wiley Blackwell Readings in Modern Theology

This much-needed volume draws on a wide range of resources and some of the freshest talent in the field to examine debates about theology and sexuality. Material is drawn from a variety of ancient, medieval, modern and contemporary texts to provide readers with a broad perspective on the issues discussed.

Edited by: Eugene F. Rogers (University of Virginia)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 231mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 31mm
Weight: 771g
ISBN: 9780631212775
ISBN 10: 0631212779
Series: Wiley Blackwell Readings in Modern Theology
Pages: 446
Publication Date: 07 December 2001
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Eugene F. Rogers is Associate Professor of Philosophical Theology and Chair of the Program in Theology, Ethics and Culture in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville. His previous publications include Thomas Aquinas and Karl Barth (1995) and Sexuality and the Christian Body (Blackwell Publishers, 1999).

Reviews for Theology and Sexuality: Classic and Contemporary Readings

Sexuality is a bitterly contested territory for many, probably most, Christians these days, and the climate of rather frantic controversy hasna t encourage a really theological debate. Here is a first--class resource for such debate, not propagandising, but setting out a broad spectrum of reflection on the issues that underlie the sniping of sexual politics -- reflection on the meanings of the body itself for Christians, within a richly informed and traditionally literate framework. It is very welcome. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Wales and Bishop of Monmouth The readings offer thoughtful reflections on the meanings of the body, homosexuality, marriage, and the interpretation of scripture. The book should inform the debate in a helpful way. Church Times Those seeking information to guide them around the contemporary debate in the church about sexuality will welcome the publication of Theology and Sexuality. Expository Times ...a valuable resource for anyone who wants to think through the fundamental questions it poses: a What does God want with sex, anyway?a The Way