Jewish Studies 222s - Engendering Judaism:Women and Jewish Tradition

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Mount Holyoke College

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Description:

(Speaking-intensive course; Same as Religion 222-01 and Gender Studies 210-02) This course examines the representations and roles of women in Jewish culture, from the literature of the Hebrew Bible to the contemporary period.What were the distinctive ways in which women's religious life expressed itself by way of prayer and ritual practice Were there women mystics and visionaries How did women exert their influence as mothers and wives There will be significant focus on the dramatic developments taking place among contemporary Jewish women: innovative rituals and experimental liturgies; opportunities to become rabbis; new approaches to God, theology, and social issues; the Jewish lesbian movement; women's writing and documentary filmmaking. Meets Humanities I-B requirement L. Fine 4 credits

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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