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Women and religiosity in a Sicilian town: The roles of women in holding community together through tradition and innovation in Bivona
| Resumo: | The small town of Bivona, nestled in the heart of Sicily, boasts a rich tapestry of cultural traditions and religious practices that have been passed down through generations. At the center of this vibrant community exist women, whose unwavering commitment to faith and familial bonds has played a pivotal role in preserving the town's unique identity. In a society where Catholicism remains a significant part of the cultural fabric, Bivona's women have embraced their religious heritage while also navigating the complexities of contemporary life. Their ability to balance tradition and innovation has been crucial in maintaining the town's social cohesion, as they skillfully weave together the threads of the past, the present and the future. Through their active participation in religious rituals, women in Bivona have become the custodians of their community's shared values and beliefs. They organize and participate in local festivities, such as the annual feasts of the Patron Saints, ensuring that these sacred traditions are passed down to the younger generations. However, Bivona's women have not simply adhered to the traditional gender roles prescribed by their cultural and religious upbringing. |
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| Autores principais: | Greco, Elena |
| Assunto: | Mulheres Religiosidade Feminização da religião (de)Patriarcado Tradição Inovação Comunidade Juventude Sicília Women Religiosity Feminisation of religion (De)patriarchy Tradition Innovation Community Youth Sicily |
| Ano: | 2025 |
| País: | Portugal |
| Tipo de documento: | dissertação de mestrado |
| Tipo de acesso: | acesso aberto |
| Instituição associada: | Universidade Nova de Lisboa |
| Idioma: | inglês |
| Origem: | Repositório Institucional da UNL |
| Resumo: | The small town of Bivona, nestled in the heart of Sicily, boasts a rich tapestry of cultural traditions and religious practices that have been passed down through generations. At the center of this vibrant community exist women, whose unwavering commitment to faith and familial bonds has played a pivotal role in preserving the town's unique identity. In a society where Catholicism remains a significant part of the cultural fabric, Bivona's women have embraced their religious heritage while also navigating the complexities of contemporary life. Their ability to balance tradition and innovation has been crucial in maintaining the town's social cohesion, as they skillfully weave together the threads of the past, the present and the future. Through their active participation in religious rituals, women in Bivona have become the custodians of their community's shared values and beliefs. They organize and participate in local festivities, such as the annual feasts of the Patron Saints, ensuring that these sacred traditions are passed down to the younger generations. However, Bivona's women have not simply adhered to the traditional gender roles prescribed by their cultural and religious upbringing. |
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