Women in Ancient Israel
Religion and Culture · 3 hrs Seminar/Discussion
REL-4157 prerequisites
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Description
This course examines the roles and status of women in ancient Israelite culture and religion. Topics to be treated include women in myth and other genres of traditional narrative, the female life-cycle, and women in law, politics, priesthood, and prophecy.
Requisite courses
REL-1003, REL-2111, REL-2125, or WGS-1232, and permission of the Department Chair [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Department Permission Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and REL-3157.
Cross-listed
REL-3157(3).
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.