Women in religion

Social studies   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/03/2009   |   .ppt   |   28 slides
Document abstract : « Christian feminists; Conclusion; Bibliography. The presentation revolves around the roles and positions that women occupy when it comes to religion. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Women in the background. Jesus and women. Jesus' genealogy. Female disciples. New Testament. Women in the Muslim world. The salvation army. The Catholic Church. Mennonites. Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Katrina Swanson. Katharine...»

Facing adversity : Women and religion in Alice Walker's "The Color Purple"

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Facing adversity : Women and religion in Alice Walker's "The Color Purple". Alice Walker initially introduces readers to Celie. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Alice Walker initially introduces readers to Celie.. After Celie's mother dies, her father gives her away in marriage.. Celie begins to liberate herself from the dogmatic and deeply embedded images of religion.. Celie can now see past the rigid...»

Myths of origin: Their role in religion and society

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Presentation   |   01/27/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Attitudes seeking to subordinate women have always existed in religion as in society, and myths have always been called upon to justify our attitudes. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Hebrew Bible/Old Testament creation myth.. Unity versus 'disunity'.. Explanation versus paradox.. Oppression versus liberation.. The New Testament creation myths.. Their role in religion.. Their role in...»

What historical factors played the greatest role in defining the Arab society and culture since the eighteenth century?

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : « The need of education was one of the first objectives, even for women. The religion was not shared in the same way by the all population as it used to be. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Ottoman Empire: Decline and end.. The Ottoman Empire.. Its failure to adapt its economy and especially its industry to the European economy.. Different interpretations of Islam.. The Arab population under European colonialism.. The...»

Is women’s status dependent on childbirth?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   02/26/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « to a woman s status in this society can be analyzed from two different lenses: gender and religion. Following Ortner s argument, Brahmin-chhetri women are seen ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Theoretical framework.. Presentation of data.. The Brhamin-Chetri.. The dominant outlook on women in India.. Analysis.. Conclusion.. Works cited.....»

Saqiyuk - Stories from the lives of three Inuit Women by Nancy Wachowich

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « More than that, the lives of the three women (and the main lines we can deduce from them) are also The most significant example is probably religion. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Discerning the author's view about the western influence on the Inuit culture.. The change in the situation at the end of Apphia's life.. New values and norms.. Inuit people: The development of the s...»

Have we entered an age of religious extremism?

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : « In all those countries, minorities are persecuted in the name of religion. However, in most cases, women are the main target of religious persecutions. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The existence of unfair systems.. Increase of extremism in individuals too.. The spreading of extremism.. Conclusion.. Sources.....»

Feminist perspectives : The contribution of ann ticker to the revision of the concept of security

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Women bear the highest burden for religion and culture. Thinking of security, development and peace in terms of gender. Conclusion. Bibliography. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Ann Tickner and realism.. Defining realism.. A security dilemma.. The critics toward realism.. Security after the end of the Cold War.. Questioning the study of security.. Emphasis put on 'structural violence'.. Putting the individual...»

The Cultural and Social Position of Women in China

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   06/04/2008   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : « As such, deeply rooted methods of social oppression for women were used as a means to both perpetuate religion and ensure the overall development of China as ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Women Chinese Culture and History?an Overview. Empress Lu. Empress Wu. Empress Wei. Empress Dowager Tz'u-hsi. Women in Modern China. Conclusion....»

Religion and early American identity

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   07/27/2006   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « economic distress that caused them to leave, Anderson used passengers list to show that religion was the There was also women were numerous in northern colonies ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The people migrating to the west. The Pilgrims: A group of religious dissenters. The Puritan migration . The age structure of the population that migrated to New England . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

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