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Author_Gavi S. Ruit
biblical commentary
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dinah
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hebrew bible
intertestamental period
jewish tradition
midrash
Mikra'ot Gedolot
Mikra’ot Gedolot
orthodox commentary
rape
rape myth
reform judaism
Product details
- ISBN 9781978702042
- Weight: 467g
- Dimensions: 160 x 228mm
- Publication Date: 26 Jul 2019
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Hardback
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The Story of Dinah examines the intersection of rape culture and Jewish tradition by tracing over two thousand years of Jewish commentary on Genesis 34. Using a definition of rape derived from the Hebrew Bible, Ruit scrutinizes the commentaries on the text for reflections of what would be deemed “rape myths” today. This book journeys through time and tradition as it uncovers the evolution of Jewish thought regarding women, rape, and women who have been violated. Every period examined, from the biblical account and the intertestamental writings all the way through to present day, reveals surprising and powerful insights about Jewish tradition and its attitudes towards women and sexual violation.
Gavi S. Ruit has taught Jewish studies courses at a number of Southern California universities and currently teaches adult education classes at synagogues in New England.
