"Patriarchal" refers to a social system where men hold more power and authority than women. It is a society or family structure in which men are considered the leaders and decision-makers. Full definition
Reflected in these stories is a picture of patriarchal society with the father of the household the dominant head of the clan, and with few friendly dealings with neighboring clans. (religion-online.org)
Do these traits pair with male and female because of biological maleness and femaleness, or because of the social formation of gender in patriarchal society? (religion-online.org)
The process of creation has generally been conceived in patriarchal culture as a solitary one. (religion-online.org)