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RES 225G - PII Women and Goddesses in India

(Perspectives II Global course) Examines constructions of women and their roles- mythically, ideologically, and actually. Explores “orthodox” religious configurations of human and divine females and women’s responses to problematic expectations. Investigates “Western” expectations/appropriations of Hindu goddesses and women to examine cultural collisions. Questions whether philosophies/theologies of female sacrality promote and/or oppress female humanity.

Prerequisites & Notes
Course Codes: BR. Prereq: RES 101. Cross listed with PHL 224. Women and Gender Studies course. Multicultural Studies course. Asian Studies course.

Credits: 3


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