In the Image of God
Book Description
Judith S. Antonelli presents a groundbreaking exploration that challenges long-held assumptions about women's place in Jewish scripture. Drawing from an impressive array of sources including classical Jewish texts, anthropology, psychology, and feminist scholarship, this comprehensive work examines every female figure and women's issue found throughout the Torah's weekly portions.
Rather than accepting conventional interpretations, Antonelli invites readers to view these ancient texts through a fresh lens. By placing the Torah within its historical context of the ancient Near East, she reveals how these scriptures actually elevated women's status compared to surrounding pagan societies of the time. This perspective shift transforms our understanding of what these texts truly communicate about gender and spirituality.
The author systematically addresses the misconception that Judaism inherently oppresses women, demonstrating instead how societal influences rather than divine mandate created restrictive interpretations over time. Through careful analysis of each Torah portion, readers discover a more nuanced and empowering view of feminine spiritual identity.
This scholarly yet accessible work offers both traditional students of Judaism and contemporary spiritual seekers a path toward reconciling feminist consciousness with ancient wisdom. Antonelli's research provides tools for anyone interested in understanding how cultural context shapes religious interpretation and how we might reclaim more authentic spiritual teachings about gender and human dignity.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~16 hours)
📄 Length: 558 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Kommentar
- ✓ Explore Feministische Theologie
- ✓ Explore Commentaries
- ✓ Explore Feminism
- ✓ Explore Tora
- ✓ Explore Jodendom
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Feminist criticism
