Ferguson, Marianne

Women and Religion [Gender and Theology, Feminist Theology]

New Jersey: Prentice-Hall, 2000.

The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear, with corners rolled on the first few pages. 9.25 inches tall; 249 pages; with Questions for Discussion, Glossary, and Suggested Readings.

Women and Religion by Marianne Ferguson examines the complex and evolving roles of women within religious traditions and practices. Ferguson explores historical and contemporary perspectives, highlighting how social, cultural, and theological factors have shaped women’s participation in faith communities. 

The book addresses issues such as gender roles in leadership, doctrinal interpretations affecting women, and the intersections of religion with social justice and feminist movements. By combining scholarly analysis with case studies and historical examples, Ferguson provides a thoughtful framework for understanding the challenges and contributions of women in religion. [Adapted from Reviews]

Subjects: Women in Religion, Gender and Theology, Feminist Theology, Religious Leadership, Social Justice, Historical Analysis, Contemporary Religious Practice, Religious Studies, Feminist Studies, Sociology of Religion.

Item #20925

Price: $12.00