liberal feminists theories of religion

Question 1

culture is oppressive not religion

Answer 1

The patriarchal forms of society have began to influence and reshape religion. For example, men interpreted religious beliefs in ways that favoured patriarchy. And thus religion now contributes to women’s oppression.

Question 2

religious organisations do not maintain patriarchy

Answer 2

there has been a march of progress happening as the church of england has allowed women to become priests and so religion has allowed women to break through the stained glass ceiling.

Question 3

religious forms of feminism

Answer 3

Not all religions are patriarchal and there are religious forms of feminism and women can now use religion to gain freedom and respects. For example, the hijab frees women from the male gaze, allowing them to enter the public sphere while retaining their culture

Question 4

religion empowers women

Answer 4

new age movements often empower women rather than oppress them e.g yoga. women can reach high/top positions within these movements, empowering more females to take on the dominant roles