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Embodied womanist play helps us connect more deeply to ourselves, others, and the sacred. In this groundbreaking work, Lakisha R. Lockhart-Rusch presents a dynamic new approach to theological education, drawing deeply from the embodied wisdom of Black women. Recognizing that historically, play has often been reserved as a privilege for those with power, Lockhart-Rusch emphasizes that for Black women, play has frequently served as a sacred space for reclaiming agency, nurturing healing, and quietly resisting oppression.

She creatively draws upon the game of Double Dutch as a central metaphor, illustrating how a womanist pedagogy rooted in play can create transformative educational experiences where students of all backgrounds engage more deeply with self-love and divine love. Balancing theoretical insight and practical strategies, this book offers theological educators valuable methods for teaching across differences, working toward the liberation of all.