Mary, the Devil, and Taro: Catholicism and Women's Work in a Micronesian Society

Flinn, Juliana (2017-12-31). Mary, the Devil, and Taro: Catholicism and Women's Work in a Micronesian Society. doi:10.1515/9780824860516.

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Abstract: Document concerning an academic article titled Mary, the Devil, and Taro Catholicism and Women's Work in a Micronesian Society. The document is a scholarly article focusing on the geographic region of Micronesia. It covers the time period relevant to the study of Catholicism and women's labor practices within this society, though specific years are not detailed in the text. The article is published in a journal format and engages with subject domains including religious studies, gender roles, labor, and cultural anthropology. The content The document examines institutional impacts of Catholicism on social structures and daily life, particularly emphasizing women's contributions to economic and domestic labor. It discusses the integration of Catholic beliefs with indigenous practices and the resulting transformations in gendered work patterns. The article includes references to local customs, religious rituals, and the role of the Catholic Church as an institution within Micronesian society. The treatment of Micronesia is affirmative, presenting detailed observations of cultural and religious dynamics. The document is structured as a comprehensive study combining historical context with contemporary ethnographic insights, contributing to the understanding of religion and gender in the Pacific Islands.

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