The God of the Unexpected Heroine: Ethics and Gender in War
Literary analysis of unconventional women as instruments of divine deliverance
Course Instructors
To Be Announced
Senior Lecturer in Biblical Studies
Details
A literary analysis of the fictional narrative. Focuses on the concept of God using a resourceful, unconventional woman to deliver Israel. Examines the theological source of "pious violence" and the role of women in Post-Exilic narrative.
Course Curriculum
No Curriculum yet
What You Will Learn
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Literary Analysis: Understand narrative structures and characterization of women
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Ethical Reflection: Discuss theological and moral lessons from unconventional divine interventions
FAQs
Undergraduate students interested in biblical narratives, gender studies, and ethics.
No, but familiarity with Old Testament narratives is recommended.
Through analytical essays and classroom discussions on ethics and gender in biblical texts.
What is in this course?
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Duration : 1 Days
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Class Start Date : 2026-02-01
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Ethical and Gender Studies : Explore the role of women in post-Exilic narratives and ethical implications of divine action
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Literary Insight : Analyze narrative techniques highlighting resourceful, unconventional women in biblical stories
