Cindy Dawson

Cindy Dawson is a Lecturer at the University of Houston's Honors College, specializing in the Hebrew Bible and religious studies. She teaches the Human Situation course and other Honors College classes exploring the body and Hebrew Bible since 2023.

Education:

• Doctorate in Religion from Rice University

Research Interests: Dr. Dawson's work centers on the Hebrew Bible, particularly prophetic literature and gender representation. Her research delves into biblical interpretation, the intersection of religion with ancient Near Eastern studies, and the metaphorical use of the body in religious texts.

Publication: Her debut book, Woman Zion, Out of Hand (Oxford University Press, 2025), analyzes the depiction of women in prophetic discourses and their socio-cultural implications.