Heterosexism: An Ethical Challenge - Couverture souple

Jung, Patricia Beattie

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0791416968 ISBN 13 : 9780791416969

Editeur : State University of New York Press, 1993

Synopsis

A ground-breaking book that shows that the prevailing sexual ethic is no longer useful.

In this ground-breaking book the authors show that the prevailing sexual ethic is no longer useful. It presumes as ideal, a uniform morality based on a limited understanding of human sexuality. Heterosexism is revealed to be a system of prejudice that both grows out of and supports this ethic. It produces various forms of discrimination, particularly those against gay and lesbian people, that cannot be justified.

The authors investigate scripture and tradition and explore emerging social scientific data regarding sexual identity, taking seriously the experiences of gay and lesbian Christians. Their investigation supports the view that reformation of Christian sexual ethics is both necessary and possible. They suggest that offering a pluriform rather than a uniform sexual ethic will result in a more responsible and viable dialogue on the ethical questions that emerge when we move beyond heterosexism.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Patricia Beattie Jung is Visiting Professor of Christian Ethics, Saint Paul School of Theology and coauthor (with Ralph F. Smith) of Heterosexism: An Ethical Challenge, also published by SUNY Press.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: State University of New York Press
• Date d'édition: 1993
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0791416968
• ISBN 13: 9780791416969
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 248
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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