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HDS 1504_2558

Feminist Biblical Interpretation

Elisabeth Schüssler Fiorenza

Description

This course is an introduction to the emerging field of feminist biblical studies. We will discuss different biblical texts, hermeneutical approaches, methods of interpretation, and theoretical perspectives. Special attention will be given to the ethics of interpretation, and the significance of feminist hermeneutics for contemporary theological reflection and religious leadership. Lectures, group discussions, and presentations seek to foster a participatory, democratic style of learning.

Enrollment Limited: No
Open to BTI Students: Yes
Jointly offered through the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as Religion 1416

Scheduling

Half Course
Expected to be offered: Fall 2010
Course times to be announced.
Location to be announced.

Relationship to Program Requirements

Program Requirement	Area / Category / Art / Designation
MTS Area(s) of Focus	none
MDiv Distribution Category/ies	Scriptural Interpretation
MDiv Art(s) of Ministry	none
ThM, pre-2007 MTS, and pre-2005 MDiv Area	Areas 1 or 2
Language Course Designation(s)	n/a