Religion versus Feminism

                  As a not very religious person, I can honestly say that Andrea's rants about God don't bother me at all. In fact, I completely understand where she's coming from. The girl has been beaten, abandoned, and raped more often than I can count; she deserves to be a little pissed off. Don't get me wrong, I don't exactly agree when she states that God "fucks his own children" but I think that her thoughts are powerful.

                  Has anybody ever noticed that in the Ten Commandments there is no "thou shalt not rape"? After reading through some of the Bible's quotes I don't understand why any active feminist would support it. There are specific lines that objectify woman and make them seem no more than property of men. Why should Andrea respect a religion that is so degrading towards women? Are modern women even aware of the sexism present in the Bible? If so, why is it still treasured above all other readings? Religion has never been a strong supporter of women's rights.

                  Andrea feels abandoned by God and this can be justified. The experiences that she has gone through would leave anybody questioning whether or not there is a higher power. How could a higher power allow this to happen? Some say God gave us free will and along with that came the capacity to rape and murder. Why should Andrea support this God who created such monsters? I'm not sure how we can sit in class and criticize these rants of hers knowing what sort of background she is coming from.

                  I'm not going to say whether or not Andrea is right but I will admit that I totally understand why she says the things that she does.