The woman in the optical of edith stein

Abstract

This article focuses on the thought of Edith Stein (1891 – 1942). As a specific object, the study turns to the treatment given by her to the woman's condition and, more specifically, to her education. The research problem is effective in the question of how the philosopher treated the female condition and her formative process. From the context of her works, a broad concern with the human being is revealed, which spreads, later and gradually, in reflections that establish an innovative approach to the female condition. Inserted in the context of phenomenology close to Christianity, an element of decisive importance, the author seeks to compose the framework of valuing women from their own condition, Stein does not break with the male perspective, but she seeks to propose a harmonious formation that corresponds to human nature as a male species and as a female species it is necessary to remember that we are at the beginning of feminist movements . Edith Stein reflects on Gender Equality. Thus, at first, an incursion is made to place the theme of women in Stein's historical and philosophical context, later, phenomenology is explored as a working method and, from there, as a final part, it is dedicated to make explicit the dramas of vocation, education and gender issues.