Feminist Theories Flashcards
1
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What are Armstrong theories of religion ?
A
• Women blocked from top positions in churches
• Places of worship - segregated by sex
• Sacred texts - Male Gods etc
2
Q
What are Simone De Beauvoir theories of religion ?
A
• Religion tricks women into believing they are equal to men in the eyes of God and will be rewarded in the afterlife
3
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What are El Saadawi theories of religion ?
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• Society has influenced & changed religion to reflect male ideologies
4
Q
What are the religious forms of feminism ?
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• Woodhead - Women use religion as a way to gain status & respect / Hijab
• Rinaldo - Piety movements
