What the Bible Says About Sex: Why We Read It The Way We Do

The Bible is marred by inequality when it comes to sex, and What the Bible Says About Sex asserts that modern perspectives on sexuality and gender should be separated from the more constraining, historical views of traditional biblical interpretation. It analyzes why the Church claimed dominion over marriage, how sexuality is used to reinforce notions of honor, and how it can be used to manipulate others. It also looks at the pornographic and erotic passages of the Bible and how traditions of interpretation veiled them. Having a greater awareness of what the Bible says about sex and how it is, and has been, interpreted is critical now more than ever.

Format: Hardback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Bible is rife with inequality when it comes to sex, and this has had significant consequences. In response to these challenges, What the Bible Says About Sex takes a bold stance by asserting that modern perspectives on sexuality and gender should be distinguished from the more constricting, historical views of traditional biblical interpretation.

The Bible offers a rich tapestry of insights into sexuality, but how these insights have been interpreted over the centuries has played a pivotal role in shaping our understanding of sex and gender. What the Bible Says About Sex delves into these questions and many more, offering a comprehensive analysis.

The book challenges the traditional notion that the Church had dominion over marriage while the female body was perceived as a source of potential evil. It explores how sexuality has been used throughout history, both in the past and in the present, to reinforce notions of honor and to manipulate others. The book also examines the controversial topic of semen, discussing it as both profane and the seed of life.

Furthermore, What the Bible Says About Sex takes a fearless approach to discussing the pornographic and erotic passages of the Bible, shedding light on how traditions of interpretation have veiled these passages. In an era where the Bible is frequently invoked to support arguments about the moral limits of sexuality and gender, it is more important than ever to have a greater awareness of what the Bible says about sex and how it has been, and continues to be, interpreted.

What the Bible Says About Sex is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and the general reader with an interest in sexuality and the Bible, as well as sex and desire in both ancient and modern Christianity. The book offers a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of these topics, providing a deeper understanding of the Bible's teachings and their impact on our understanding of sex and gender.

Weight: 598g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367758042