RELS 325

This course investigates women’s participation in early Christian groups from the time of Jesus to the 5th century. Ancient Jewish, Christian, and Roman Women’s experiences will be explored through texts, inscriptions, and material artefacts like mosaics. Students will learn to analyze New Testament and other ancient writings through an intersectional feminist lens and examine such issues as gendered violence, women’s leadership, and early Christian constructions of masculinity. Cross-listed as WMGS 325. Three credits. Offered 2026-2027.