Decorated Women: A Sociological Approach to the Function of Cosmetics in the Books of Esther and Ruth
The use of cosmetic oils by the heroines of the books of Esther and Ruth is frequently interpreted as a means to enhance their beauty and allurement. Cosmetic use in the Hebrew Bible is routinely condemned, and yet Esther and Ruth receive no censure for their actions. By utilising a sociological app...
| Published in: | Biblical interpretation |
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Brill
[2019]
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Biblical interpretation
Year: 2019, Volume: 27, Issue: 3, Pages: 354-371 |
| Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Esther Biblical character
/ Ruth Biblical character
/ Esther
/ Ruth
/ Cosmetic
/ Body jewelry
/ Speech act
/ Communication
/ Social status
/ Sexuality
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| RelBib Classification: | HB Old Testament HH Archaeology NCF Sexual ethics TC Pre-Christian history ; Ancient Near East ZB Sociology |
| Further subjects: | B
Ruth
B Hebrew Bible B Esther B Cosmetics B body adornment B sociological approach |
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