Dr. Caryn Tamber-Rosenau
Assistant professor of Jewish studies and religious studies at the University of Houston, specializing in biblical heroines and gender performance.
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Nov 22, 2022 • 47min
Women Get a Head: Gender and Other Weapons
In this discussion, Dr. Caryn Tamber-Rosenau, an assistant professor at the University of Houston, unravels the compelling narratives of biblical heroines Judith and Jael. She delves into how these women defied patriarchal constraints using sexuality and cunning. The conversation explores their connections to figures like Clytemnestra and references to gender performance and queer theory. The analysis also touches on modern interpretations of these ancient stories, emphasizing female independence and empowerment in a historical context.
