Achieve Quote by Uta Ranke-Heinemann
“Sex is an aspect of human existence that has fallen prey in special measure to a very special form of theological science: the theological outgrowth or offshoot known as moral theology. Its biblical foundations are meager in the sense that nothing of the kind exists in the New Testament, so it has had to achieve its ambition largely by dint of its own efforts.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Theology and Sexuality”
Moral theology’s treatment of sex lacks biblical basis, relying heavily on its own development rather than scripture.
In simple terms: Moral theology on sex lacks biblical support.
Key Takeaway
Question theological foundations of sexual ethics.
Themes
theology
sexuality
biblical criticism
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
theoretical
scholarly
When to use this quote
- academic theology
- religious education
Key Concepts
moral theology
sexual ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What biblical texts could inform sexual ethics?
- How does tradition shape moral theology?
A Different Perspective
May overlook alternative interpretations.
