Women as first among equals: A subversive reading of domesticity in totality and infinity

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Hanson, Jeffrey. (2014). Women as first among equals: A subversive reading of domesticity in totality and infinity. Levinas Studies. 9, pp. 67 - 96.
AuthorsHanson, Jeffrey
Abstract

An essay is presented which discusses French philosopher Emmanuel Levinas' views on gender equality, women's rights and domesticity. Topics discussed include rightful roles for women prescribed by the society, ethical relationship between the two genders in domestic environment and the prevalence of apparent priority, autonomy and egoism in various relationships. It states that women can serve as first among equals, without harming any ethical relations.

Year2014
JournalLevinas Studies
Journal citation9, pp. 67 - 96
PublisherPhilosophy Documentation Center
ISSN1554-7000
Web address (URL)https://muse.jhu.edu/article/577250
Page range67 - 96
Research GroupInstitute for Religion and Critical Inquiry
Place of publicationUnited States of America
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