Gerald Larue, an eminent biblical scholar, examines the many dimensions of marriage and sexual activity recorded in the Bible and other ancient religious texts and the effect of these documents on our present culture. Professor Larue brilliantly analyses Bible passages, utilising the methods and insights from literary, historical, and cultural studies. At times, these biblical passages are set in the larger framework of the ancient Near East and references are made to the belief systems of surrounding nations. At other times, the focus is on Hebrew, Jewish and Christian communities only. The primary emphasis is on the time period extending from about 1100 Before the Common Era (B.C.E.) to about 150 of the Common Era (C.E.), the years in which the biblical materials were recorded. There is also a lengthy discussion of the connection between biblical writings and our present understanding of human sexuality.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about Biblical sex!,
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This was a remarkable and eye-opening book, even for a religious skeptic such as myself.The author's insight into the sexual morality of the Hebrews is amazing. From the "righteous man" Lot's drunken impregnation of his virgin daughters to St. Paul's blatant sexual paranoia, every chapter has a surprise in it -- things they never told you about in Sunday school. Where else would find out that the Hebrews took the virgin daughters of their conquered enemies for sex slaves, or that in Hebrew custom a man swears his mightiest oath with his hand holding his testicles? Or that following strict Jewish law on when intercourse is sanctioned by God (a week after menstration, not on the Sabbath or during a number of religious holidays) it would only be possible on less than 100 days a year? A fascinating read for the believer and non-believer alike.
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