Queer Theology

Rethinking the Western Body

Gerard Loughlin editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Published:18th Oct '07

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This collection of essays offers fresh insights into Christian sexuality, emphasizing the importance of rethinking bodies and desires. Queer Theology challenges traditional beliefs and promotes inclusivity.

In Queer Theology, a thought-provoking collection of essays, various scholars explore the intersection of Christianity and sexuality. This compilation challenges traditional views, encouraging readers to rethink the significance of the body and its desires within the Christian faith. By presenting diverse perspectives, the authors aim to broaden the discourse surrounding Christian sexuality, ultimately benefiting the Church and its community.

The contributors, who are leading voices in Anglo-American scholarship, delve into the complexities of sexual identity and its implications for religious practice. They argue that understanding the body as a dynamic entity shaped by societal influences can lead to a more inclusive theology. This innovative approach invites readers to consider how contemporary issues of desire and identity can inform and enrich their spiritual lives.

Queer Theology not only addresses the urgent need for dialogue about sexuality in the Church but also proposes that our understanding of bodies is influenced by evolving discourses and power structures. By engaging with these themes, the book seeks to foster a more compassionate and nuanced understanding of faith, ultimately encouraging a reimagining of Christian sexuality that honors the diversity of human experience.

“That being said, I would still recommend this book, because it makes a valuable contribution to an important and timely discussion.”  (INTAMS review - Journal for the Study of Marriage & Spirituality, 18 January 2012)

"Queer Theology manages to maintain both coherence and a consistently high level of theory, debate and reflection throughout. While it will certainly become indispensable for those working in theologies of gender, the body and sexuality, its broad catholicity and the intellectual accomplishment of its contributors make it attractive reading for theologians of all stripes." (Theology, March 2009)

“A broad and valuable resource … .It] considers “real world” implications … .Mov[ing] toward loving and nourishing notions of God and world.” (Religious Studies Review)

ISBN: 9780631216070

Dimensions: 254mm x 177mm x 23mm

Weight: 794g

368 pages