Essays and Research Papers on Women's Studies (All)

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A 7 page research paper that examines the feminist take on traditional religion. The writer discusses the feminist focus on inclusive language, and also the resurgence of "Goddess"-oriented religion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 14 page paper which discusses women and their involvement in religion in the South. The paper covers the history of this involvement. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 7 page research paper that examines the stance Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism and Hinduism in regard to pornography. The writer argue that the stance that a religion takes toward pornography is inherently tied to the manner in which adherents and theologians approach the topic of human sexuality. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3 page paper examines religion in America and how it has impacted women. Some religions are discussed specifically, but the paper provides a general overview. Sex is discussed as it pertains to the double standard that religions seem to suggest. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

The role of the woman in Judaism is explored in this 4 page essay that uses Judith R. Baskin's book Jewish Women In Historical Perspective. Baskin edits an anthology that delves into various time periods and places around the world. All essays focus on the role of women in the Jewish tradition. Baskin's book is ...

An 8 page research paper that offers a summary and analysis of a PBS documentary,"The Last Abortion Clinic," a film that was written, produce and directed by Raney Aronson-Rath (2005). Bibliography liss 7 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing women and how their image changed within the Protestant church in the early part of the twentieth century according to the article 'From sainthood to submission' by Marty Nesselbush Green. Women were once revered as holy and pure individuals. They were deemed more spiritual than men. Then changes occurred and ...

This 8 page paper discusses the complicated link between women and religion in the Middle East which has been a source of debate for centuries. The paper considers whether religion reinforces female oppression or provides opportunities for women - or a combination of both. The discussion includes the rights the Quran gives women, the way ...

A 10 page paper that analyzes the treatment of women in ancient Buddhism, Hinduism, and Judaism, in light of contemporary views of gender equity. It focuses on three criteria to measure each faith's levels of misogyny: limits of participation in religious practices, perceptions as temptresses, and importance of domestic roles. Bibliography lists eight sources.

11 pages in length. The writer discusses Islamic oppression of women as it relates to being either a comprehensive belief throughout the religion or merely a cultural bias practiced in only certain communities. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses the proliferation of Goddess centered religions over the last five years across the world. Tied to the feminist movement, some claim that it is a vehicle for women's rights. This paper argues against this as women search for empowerment and freedom from a male dominated religion which has for so ...

Abortion

  • 6 page paper

The controversial issue is explored in this 6 page paper. Three countries, Japan, Italy and the United States are considered along with three religions of Buddhism, Catholicism and Protestantism. The thesis maintains that the influence of religion concerning abortion exists throughout the world among various religions and has served to ironically increase abortion by ...

This 8 page paper considers how religion has made the world a predominately patriarchal society which has facilitated the abuse of women many forms. The paper considers physical abuse, mental abuse and abuse through the withholding of basic human rights. Religions discussed include Christianity, Judaism and Islam. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

5 pages in length. Women and religion have historically been at odds with each other, inasmuch as most religious tenets have placed the female gender well below the socially, politically, economic and education status of men. While not all religions reflect the same degree of oppressiveness, such as with Judaism, Christianity and Hinduism, ...

A 10 page paper. Women have always been more involved in religion than men, despite the fact that men have always held the positions of authority and power in the churches. Women were, in fact, instrumental in the spread of Christianity to the Roman Empire. One of the major challenges church pastors face is ...

30 pages in length. Women and religion have shared a long yet challenging relationship throughout the ages. Not unlike virtually all other global religions, Jewish women have experienced the oppressive nature of a patriarchal society wherein the decidedly male overtones of daily life served to construct her very being. Kaballah and Jewish ...

This 3 page paper takes a look at gender differences in this nation. Several aspects are discussed, including the ratio of males to females, citizenship and religion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page research paper that discusses the Women Veterans Health Improvement Act 2009, describing its tenets and how it can be interpreted in terms of greater social equity. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This is a 4 page paper discussing gender relations and the study of racism, classism, heterosexism and anti-Semitism. Gender as a concept has often been a source for social inequality as too have race, class, sexuality and religion. A study of gender relations however shows that gender, as with many other issues of inequality, is ...

5 pages in length. Throughout the renaissance, patriarchy was responsible for designing women’s role in society; many of these devices used in earlier centuries were related to religion. Certain scripture regularly challenged women to disprove that they were inferior—to not agree was heresy. When religion did not work alone, scientific theory was ...

7 pages in length. Throughout the centuries, patriarchy was the underlying problem solely responsible for designing women's role in society; many of these devices used in earlier centuries were related to religion. Certain scripture regularly challenged women to disprove that they were inferior—to not agree was heresy. When religion did not work ...

This paper examines institutions in the United States and how they benefit men, at the expense of women's rights. The two "institutions" examined are religion and the business world. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper focuses on the thematic choices of this author (Jeanette Winterson) whose novel focuses on sexuality. Major themes are homosexuality and religion. The protagonist is also a focus of the analysis. No additional sources cited.

Gender Roles In Brazil

  • 5 page paper

A 5 page paper. The writer emphasizes three aspects of life: relationships, religion and the media. Women's roles in each are briefly discussed. The practice of honor killings is included in the discussion. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

Women in Islam

  • 9 page paper

A 9 page paper which examines the role and position of women in the religion of Islam. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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