Hinduism and Women – Roles, Texts, and Thematic Evolution
Covering Hinduism’s portrayal of women from the Vedas to Bhakti, this course examines textual and thematic developments. Through analysis, students will understand how Hinduism’s timeless texts both shape and reflect women’s roles across centuries. They will also consider Hindu perspectives on gender, which offer an alternative to modern dichotomies, providing a complex view of feminine and spiritual identity.