Violence against women in intimate partnerships signifies acceptance of imbalance of power and abuse. It results from the abuse of force and upholding control over others in intimate relationships from societal abuse of power and authority and other forms of oppression. This paper has proposed several pastoral approaches to raise awareness among men to assess behaviors that may lead to any form of violence against women. Women living in poverty are increasingly vulnerable to male violence, and economic needs compel these women to accept strategies that make them vulnerable. Therefore, we need to increase awareness in public arenas and confront injustices. The Church and society, in general, should focus on restoring peace by acknowledging women’s dignity and a man’s responsibility.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Theological Essay
- Ministerial Essay
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This theological essay explores the concept of women's equality in the image of God (Imago Dei) and its implications for spousal relationships. It aims to challenge perspectives that fail to recognize the fullness of women's humanity and advocate for a theological anthropology that affirms their equal dignity with men.
- Women's Theological and Anthropological Equality with Men
- The Significance of Galatians 3:28 and Its Implications for Gender Relations
- The Imago Dei as a Foundation for Women's Dignity and Equal Participation in Ministry
- Feminist Theology and its Interpretation of the Image of God
- Challenging Cultural and Social Norms that Perpetuate Inequality
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Theological Essay: This essay examines the concept of women's equality in the image of God (Imago Dei) and challenges perspectives that fail to recognize the fullness of women's humanity. It explores the theological and anthropological equality of women with men, drawing on biblical texts such as Galatians 3:28 and Genesis 1:26-28. It also examines the contributions of feminist theologians like Elizabeth Johnson in advocating for women's full humanity and equal participation in ministry.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Imago Dei, theological anthropology, women's equality, feminist theology, Galatians 3:28, Genesis 1:26-28, spousal relationships, gender relations, equal dignity, participation in ministry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the central theological concept discussed in the essay?
The central concept is 'Imago Dei' (Image of God), specifically focusing on the theological and anthropological equality of women and men as created in God's image.
How does the paper address violence against women?
It views intimate partner violence as an abuse of power and oppression. The paper proposes pastoral approaches to raise awareness among men and challenge societal norms that accept gender inequality.
Which biblical texts are used to support gender equality?
The essay primarily draws on Galatians 3:28 ("neither male nor female... all are one in Christ") and Genesis 1:26-28 to affirm women's equal dignity and participation.
What is the role of the Church in responding to family violence?
The Church is called to restore peace by acknowledging women's dignity, confronting injustices in public arenas, and holding men responsible for their behaviors in relationships.
How does poverty intersect with violence in this study?
The paper notes that women living in poverty are increasingly vulnerable to male violence because economic needs may compel them to accept situations or strategies that compromise their safety.
- Quote paper
- Anne Olympia (Author), 2021, A Pastoral Response to Family Violence, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1064772
