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Collected in this volume are essays exploring the relationship between contemporary biblical scholarship and Roman Catholic magisterial teachings about the morality of homosexuality. The biblical renewal of moral theology encouraged by the Second Vatican Council invites teachers of the Church to ask: does the Bible 'reveal' what tradition has long taught in this regard--specifically that human sexuality is 'naturally' structured around procreativity and male-female complementarity, and that homosexual activity is immoral? The arguments foundational to magisterial interpretations of key biblical texts are explored. Are they corroborated by the best of contemporary biblical exegesis? Do they cohere with recent scientific studies and relevant human experiences of homosexuality? The biblical and moral theologians, scientists, and pastors who contribute to this volume wrestle faithfully with these issues.
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