Gender inequality, feminism and theoretical perspectives.
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Why would functionalism be the dominant theoretical perspective explaining the persistence of gender inequity related to religion? How does feminist theology counter this perspective?
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This post examines the claim that there is gender inequality in religion. Does functionalism best explain this alleged inequality? What does feminism have to say about this issue? Nearly 300 words of original text.
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Men and women have traditionally had different roles to play. Throughout the course of human history, men have had a more dominant role to play. They have been the military, political and religious leaders. Since they have functioned in these roles, they have been interested in the status quo and have maintained their own power while seeking to deny the entry of women into these positions of leadership. This is reflected in gender inequity in ...
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