University of Portland Bulletin 2020-2021

THE 417 Trickery, Gender, Power, and Politics in the Bible

This course explores the theme of gender in the Bible, the cultures that shaped the texts, and how the biblical culture and stories continue to have an impact on life today as we struggle for gender justice in a globalized world, The course explores such topics as power, politics, kyriarchy, the intersectionality of gender discrimination with other forms of discrimination. Emphasis is on liberation, transformation, and ethical praxis.

Cross Listed Courses

THE 317

Prerequisite

THE 101 or THE 105, THE 205