Sexual Violence and Sacred Texts

by Amy Kalmanofsky

Book Overview

At the heart of many religions are sacred texts that depict or even incite sexual violence. Most of this violence is directed against women and girls. Sexual Violence and Sacred Texts opens up an informed, passionate, interfaith dialogue for scholars and activists seeking to transform social problems that impact women and girls globally. Situated within struggles toward gender equity and widespread spiritual flourishing, these essays empower religious...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1725288958
• ISBN13: 9781725288959
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"