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An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context
Thesis (PhD (Old Testament Studies))--University of Pretoria, 2025.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/103860 An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context Human, Dirk J. luface@icloud.com Ndoga, Sampson S. Luface, Johann UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) African biblical hermeneutics Dispositional leadership Patriarchal context Ruth Naomi Boaz Leadership traits Ḥesed Cultural parallels Gender equality Mentorship Inclusivity Sustainable leadership Ethical leadership Relational intelligence Ubuntu Thesis (PhD (Old Testament Studies))--University of Pretoria, 2025. This research explores the theme of female leadership through an Afro-centric lens, focusing on the biblical narrative of Ruth within a patriarchal context. It argues that Ruth, although not formally recognized as a leader, demonstrates significant leadership traits through her actions, resilience, and strategic decisions. Using African Biblical Hermeneutics—particularly Mburu’s theoretical framework—combined with Kouzes and Posner’s Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership, the study examines Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz as exemplars of dispositional leadership. The research highlights the socio-cultural parallels between Ruth’s context and that of African societies, especially concerning women’s roles, widowhood, and economic vulnerability. By bridging ancient biblical insights with contemporary African realities, the study challenges conventional, title-based leadership models and promotes leadership grounded in character, influence, and ethical practice. The research contributes to biblical scholarship, gender discourse, and leadership studies by offering practical applications for modern contexts where women’s leadership remains under-recognized. Ultimately, it calls for greater inclusion, empowerment, and contextualized leadership development rooted in faith, ethics, and cultural relevance. Old Testament Studies PhD (Old Testament Studies) Unrestricted Faculty of Theology and Religion SDG-04: Quality Education 2025-08-11T07:55:17Z 2025-08-11T07:55:17Z 2025-09 2025-04 Thesis * S2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/103860 Disclaimer letter en © 2024 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) African biblical hermeneutics Dispositional leadership Patriarchal context Ruth Naomi Boaz Leadership traits Ḥesed Cultural parallels Gender equality Mentorship Inclusivity Sustainable leadership Ethical leadership Relational intelligence Ubuntu An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title | An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title_full | An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title_fullStr | An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title_full_unstemmed | An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title_short | An afro-centric female leadership importation from the Book of Ruth within a patriarchal context |
| title_sort | afro centric female leadership importation from the book of ruth within a patriarchal context |
| topic | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) African biblical hermeneutics Dispositional leadership Patriarchal context Ruth Naomi Boaz Leadership traits Ḥesed Cultural parallels Gender equality Mentorship Inclusivity Sustainable leadership Ethical leadership Relational intelligence Ubuntu |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/103860 |