Magister Theologiae - MTh / A number of biblical scholars have observed that the Bible has been used by dominant groups
in certain societies to justify and condone discrimination and oppression. Slavery,
colonialism and apartheid are often cited as examples of racial oppression based on particular
understandings of the Bible. Some biblical scholars have pointed to the fact that theologians
who work in contexts of racially liberated societies, such as South Africa, are slow in
recognizing the injustices caused by gender discrimination. Instead, male privilege continues
to be upheld particularly through the Biblical justification of male headship. The popularity
of the 'Mighty Men' Conference is a case in point as it encourages men to take their
supposedly rightful, "God-given" place as prophet, priest and king in marriage and family
relationships. The emerging popularity of male-headship theology thwarts whatever gains
have been made in the areas of gender justice and equality in various spheres of society,
including the church. Headship theology often goes unquestioned because it is supported by
particular interpretation/understanding of biblical texts which are quoted out of context to
support and justify male dominance. For example, Luke 7: 36-50 is often interpreted in
showing the "sinful" woman as one who needs forgiveness.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:uwc/oai:etd.uwc.ac.za:11394/6422 |
| Date | January 2017 |
| Creators | Cloete, Rynell Adrianno |
| Contributors | Pillay, M.N |
| Publisher | University of the Western Cape |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Rights | University of the Western Cape |
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