Women Who Went Before

Invisible Women and How they Make History

Aug 30, 2022
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Sarit Kattan Gribetz
Dr. Sarit Kattan Gribetz, an associate professor of theology at Fordham University with expertise in ancient Judaism and gender, uncovers the overlooked contributions of women throughout history. She discusses how language and biases have obscured women’s roles in biblical texts and historical narratives. Delving into female scribes and specific figures like Rav Hisda's daughter, she highlights the systemic erasure of women’s stories and the importance of inclusive storytelling in reshaping our understanding of the past.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 2min
2
The Historical Erasure of Women
01:58 • 9min
3
The Influence of Language on Historical Narratives
11:06 • 3min
4
Unpacking Gender Interpretations in Biblical Texts
14:15 • 5min
5
Revisiting Women's Voices in History
19:22 • 22min
6
Redefining Authorship in Historical Texts
41:49 • 12min
7
Uncovering the Hidden Histories of Women
53:59 • 3min