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Is religion compatible with feminism?
Can a person be both devout and feminist? This entry maps the debate over whether religion is compatible with feminism, setting out the opposing positions that the two are incompatible, and that they can coexist.
Position 1 of 2
Read this position →Religion is not compatible with feminism
Religion is institutionally patriarchal. It serves to oppress women and their rights. Religion has the impact of oppressing women's voices, presence, sexuality, and autonomy.
Position 2 of 2
Read this position →Religion is compatible with feminism
More active women leaders in religious roles are at the table promoting gender equality. Some genders are matriarchal and promote the ideal of female sexuality for pleasure. Freedom of religion, and diversity of religion protects women from oppression.