REL 273 - Women and Religion

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William Jewell College

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Description:

This course approaches the critical study of religion by utilizing the organizing theme of gender. Our purpose is to investigate how, throughout history and across religions, the religious experiences of women have been markedly different from the religious experiences of men.We will explore how women have been shaped by religion and how they have shaped religious organizations. We will research women in religions of the world, emphasizing the Christian tradition. The works of feminist scholars in biblical studies, ethics, theology, and history of religions will be employed in the course of our study. Also listed as CTI 241. It is recommended that students enrolling in this course be eligible to take Level-II CTI courses.

Credits:

3.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.jewell.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 415-5979

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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