Uncovering Hidden Oppressions: Probing the Use of Patriarchal Language in Genesis 3:16, Ephesians 5:22–24, and 1 Timothy 2:11–12 Through Poststructuralist Feminism
In this article I probe the use of patriarchal or male-centric language in Genesis 3:16, Ephesians 5:22-24, and 1 Timothy 2:11-12 through the theory of poststructuralist feminism. By applying poststructuralist feminist theory, which stresses the deconstruction of binary oppositions and rejects the s...
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| Tipo di documento: | Elettronico Articolo |
| Lingua: | Inglese |
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| Interlibrary Loan: | Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany) |
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2024
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Journal for semitics
Anno: 2024, Volume: 33, Fascicolo: 1/2, Pagine: 1-28 |
| (sequenze di) soggetti normati: | B
Lingua <motivo>
/ Uomo
/ Bibel. Genesis 3,16
/ Bibel. Epheserbrief 5,22-24
/ Bibel. Timotheusbrief 1. 2,11-12
/ Decostruzione
/ Femminismo
/ Donna
/ Nascita
/ Ermeneutica
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| Notazioni IxTheo: | HA Bibbia |
| Altre parole chiave: | B
Women
B Deconstruction B gender hierarchies B patriarchal language B poststructuralist feminism B Biblical Interpretation |
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| Riepilogo: | In this article I probe the use of patriarchal or male-centric language in Genesis 3:16, Ephesians 5:22-24, and 1 Timothy 2:11-12 through the theory of poststructuralist feminism. By applying poststructuralist feminist theory, which stresses the deconstruction of binary oppositions and rejects the stability of meanings, I unmask how these biblical texts cement gender hierarchies and solidify male hegemony. Genesis 3:16’s depiction of women’s increased pain in childbirth and their submission to their husbands is scrutinised for its role in fuelling male-centric standards. Ephesians 5:22-24’s directive for wives to submit to their husbands is critiqued in light of poststructuralist feminist evaluations of fixated gender roles, while 1 Timothy 2:11-12’s prohibition on women teaching or exercising power over men is re-evaluated to uncover underlying cultural and historical prejudices. This poststructuralist feminist discourse aims to deconstruct traditional interpretations and offer alternative readings that question entrenched gender disparities. The overall findings underline the demand for more inclusive interpretations of these biblical texts and highlight the universal implications for contemporary gender dynamics within religious and social contexts. To further contextualise the argument, I engage a young woman who questions patriarchal or male-orientated expectations within her community, linking her journey to the three selected biblical texts. |
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| Comprende: | Enthalten in: Journal for semitics
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.25159/2663-6573/17508 |
