An Introduction to the Old Testament: A Feminist Perspective / Edition 1

by Alice L. Laffey

Overview

A helpful complement to introductory texts in Hebrew Scriptures; a solid, basic work that brings together many recent insights in the field.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780800620783
Publisher:	1517 Media
Publication date:	04/01/1988
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Alice L. Laffey is Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts.

Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

Part I: The Pentateuch

Introduction

Themes from a Feminist Perspective

Texts from a Feminist Perspective

Conclusion

Part II: The Deuteronomistic History

Introduction

Themes from a Feminist Perspective

Texts from a Feminist Perspective

Conclusion

Part III: The Major and Minor Prophets

Introduction

Themes from a Feminist Perspective

Texts from a Feminist Perspective

Conclusion

Part IV: The Writings

Introduction

Themes from a Feminist Perspective

Texts from a Feminist Perspective

Conclusion

Part V: Conclusion - The Tasks Of Feminist Interpretation

Abbreviations for Recommended Readings

Index of Names and Subjects

Index of Biblical References