BSOT-225 : Women in the Hebrew Bible and the Quran

This course is unique in its nature and structure. It is a team-taught course on a timely topic, women in the two sacred texts. Students will compare and contrast theological debate amongst feminists, womanists, and general theologians. The students discern how the stories of the women in the two sacred text connect with contemporary issues in the lives of men and women. They discover ways of communicating the messages coming from these stories in faith communities today. This course is also considered the cornerstone of the field of interreligious studies and dialogue.