RELIGIOUS STUDIES 381 - Sem:Reading Feminism in Religious Studies

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Hobart William Smith Colleges

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Feminisms have transformed religion. Feminisms emerge from religion. Feminisms criticizes- or rejects - religion. Which is it Why In what ways are feminisms situated-are they western White Womanist Global This course will examine one significant feminist within religious studies, seeking to situate her work within the history and debates characterizing both feminism and religion. By focusing on a single figure, students will develop in depth understanding of the development and scope of an individual's contribution across a life's work. Exemplary figures might include: Mary Daly, Matilda Joselyn Gage, Rosemary Ruether, Judith Plaskow. (Henking, offered alternate years)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.HWS.EDU

Phone Number:

(315) 781-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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